F10 — Runaway Temperature
F10 means the control detected the oven temperature running away (climbing uncontrolled). It cuts power to protect the oven.
- Keep using it?
- Limited use only
- DIY difficulty
- Moderate
- Typical cost
- $15-30
- Verified against
- owner.frigidaire.com ↗
The fix
Oven temperature sensor (RTD probe)
Runaway temperature - oven overheating
Diagnose first: RTD should read ~1080 ohms at 70F. If sensor is in spec, the EOC bake relay is welded closed - replace the EOC. Disconnect power immediately to prevent fire.
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How to fix it
- Turn the oven off. If it continues heating after being switched off, shut off the circuit breaker immediately (a stuck relay keeps the element powered) and let the oven cool.
- Unplug and test the oven sensor's resistance against the spec chart in your model's manual at a known room temperature.
- If the sensor is good, the EOC (electronic oven control) likely has a stuck relay and needs replacement.
Why it happens
Typical signs: Oven shuts off and alarms · Oven overheating · F10 on the display
- Faulty oven sensor (RTD) A drifting sensor mis-reports temperature.
- Stuck relay on the EOC (control board) A welded relay keeps an element powered — common Frigidaire cause.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the F10 code mean on a Frigidaire oven?
F10 means the control detected the oven temperature running away (climbing uncontrolled). It cuts power to protect the oven.
What causes the F10 code on a Frigidaire oven?
Faulty oven sensor (RTD): A drifting sensor mis-reports temperature. Stuck relay on the EOC (control board): A welded relay keeps an element powered — common Frigidaire cause.
Is it safe to keep using a Frigidaire oven with a F10 error?
Limited use only. This is rated a serious-severity fault.
How do I fix F10 on a Frigidaire oven?
Turn the oven off. If it continues heating after being switched off, shut off the circuit breaker immediately (a stuck relay keeps the element powered) and let the oven cool. Unplug and test the oven sensor's resistance against the spec chart in your model's manual at a known room temperature. If the sensor is good, the EOC (electronic oven control) likely has a stuck relay and needs replacement.
Always unplug an appliance before servicing it. This guide is for informational purposes and is not a substitute for a qualified technician. Verified against manufacturer documentation: owner.frigidaire.com.