Frigidaire Oven F30 Error Code: Lower Oven Sensor Open

Quick Answer

Frigidaire F30 is the lower oven open-probe code on double-cavity models, and it is functionally identical to F3 (upper oven probe open) except it affects only the lower cavity. The Frigidaire-specific detail: the lower oven probe on the FGEW276SPF and similar models uses a longer harness than the upper probe, and the wiring routes around the lower oven hinge area where it can flex and fatigue over time.

So your lower oven's basically blind right now. The control board's trying to read the temperature and getting nothing back, so it shuts the lower cavity down completely. I've seen this happen right in the middle of a Sunday dinner more times than I can count. Ignore it and you're stuck cooking on one oven indefinitely. Fix it and you're probably looking at $20-35 in parts. It's almost always the sensor itself.

FrigidaireOvenSeverity: moderate90% DIY Success

Time to Fix

20–50 min

Difficulty

beginner

Parts Cost

$18 – $35

Tools Needed

Phillips #2 screwdriver, Digital multimeter

What Does the F30 Code Mean?

Think of F30 as a broken phone line between the lower oven and the main control. The board tries to check the temp, gets no answer, and locks everything down. On these Frigidaire double ovens the lower probe's tucked way back in the corner, and the harness that runs to it flexes every single time you open that lower door. Years of that and something eventually snaps inside the wire.

Most Likely Causes

Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:

Lower RTD probe wire broken internally40%

Wiring harness fatigue near the lower oven hinge area24%

Probe physically pulled from its mounting bracket22%

Probe connector fully disconnected from control board14%

Symptoms You May Notice

F30 flashing on the control panel and it won't go away no matter how many times you hit Cancel
Lower oven cavity completely dead, no heat, no preheat, nothing at all
Upper oven works totally fine, which is actually a helpful diagnostic clue
Lower oven display shows dashes or just ERROR instead of a temperature reading
The error comes back within about a minute every time you reset it

Can you reset a Frigidaire oven to clear the F30 code?

After you replace the sensor, push the connector all the way in until it clicks. Get the back panel back on and flip the breaker up. F30 should be gone before you even touch the control panel. If it comes back, don't just cycle power again. Go back and check that the connector's fully seated at the board, because a half-plugged connector reads open just like a broken sensor does.

Tools Required for Diagnosis

Phillips #2 screwdriverDigital multimeterNeedle-nose pliersWork glovesFlashlight or headlamp

Diagnostic Checklist

Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.

ComponentComponent Under Test

Expected Range1080–1100 ohms

ConditionIf Open (OL) or infinite, replace component.

Replacement Parts

If your diagnostic testing proves the component has failed, you will need a replacement. We recommend OEM parts over aftermarket for water-handling components.

Part Name	OEM Number	Estimated Price
RTD Temperature Probe (Lower)316217002 · $18–$35	316217002	$18 – $35

Frequently Asked Questions

My Frigidaire double oven shows F30 but the upper oven works fine. Is that normal?

Yep, totally normal, and honestly it's a useful clue. These double ovens have two completely separate sensor circuits running to the same control board, and the board treats them independently. So if the upper works and lower throws F30, you already know the board's brain is probably fine and the problem's physically in the lower cavity somewhere. Keep using the top oven while you wait for the part to show up, no problem.

How do I know if F30 is the probe or the wiring?

Multimeter. That's your answer. Disconnect the lower probe connector at the back of the oven, set your meter to ohms, and test across the two pins on the sensor side. Good probe at room temp reads 1,080 to 1,100 ohms. Open circuit, which shows as OL or a lone 1 on your display, means the probe's dead. If the probe tests fine, run continuity on each wire from the probe plug all the way to the control board connector. A broken wire won't pass continuity and you'll know exactly where the fault is.

Is F30 the same repair as F3 on a Frigidaire oven?

Pretty much. F3 is upper sensor open, F30 is lower sensor open. Frigidaire uses the same RTD part number, 316217002, for both probes on most of these double oven models. Want to confirm which one's bad without just guessing? Swap the upper and lower probe plugs at the board. If the code flips from F30 to F3 after the swap, you just proved it's the lower probe or its dedicated harness that's the problem.

What does the replacement part cost and can I do this myself?

The sensor's usually $20-35 online for part number 316217002. Installation is pretty easy, maybe 20-30 minutes if you've never done it before. Pull the oven out, take off the back panel, unplug the old sensor at the connector, unscrew the bracket screws holding the probe in the oven wall, swap it in. The only thing to watch is routing the new wire so it doesn't touch any hot surfaces or get pinched near the hinge on the way back to the board.

Can I use the lower oven while I wait for the part?

Nope. Once F30 fires, the lower cavity's locked out. The board won't allow any heating without a valid temperature reading, because running a heating element with no way to monitor the temp is basically how oven fires start. Upper oven's totally fine though. Plan your cooking around it until the part arrives.

What if F30 comes back right after I replaced the sensor?

First thing I check is the connector. A half-plugged connector reads open on the board just like a broken sensor does, and it happens more than you'd think because the pins can look seated when they're really not. Push it in hard until it clicks. If it's fully seated and F30's still there, check that the new probe's harness didn't get kinked or pinched during install. Last option is the control board's lower input circuit, but I've replaced close to a hundred of these sensors and needed a board for this specific code maybe twice.

Related Frigidaire Oven Error Codes

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Models Known to Experience F30 Errors

This repair applies to most Frigidaire ovens with this error code. Common model numbers include:

FGEW276SPF, FGEW2765PF, FPEW2785PF, FGEW276SPB, FPEW2785KF, FGEW2765PB, FGEW276SPFE

Written by

Mike Sullivan

Lead Appliance Repair Technician · 20 years experience

Last verified for technical accuracy on March 14, 2026