How to Reset an Oven: Every Brand Reset Method and F-Code Clearing
Quick Answer
Reset an oven: turn the circuit breaker OFF for 60 seconds, then ON. This clears most error codes. Brand-specific: WHIRLPOOL/MAYTAG/KITCHENAID: press Cancel/Off to dismiss error, then breaker cycle. GE: press Clear/Off twice, then breaker cycle. SAMSUNG: press Cancel, then breaker cycle. LG: press Clear, then breaker cycle. FRIGIDAIRE: press Cancel, then breaker cycle.
Reset an oven: turn the circuit breaker OFF for 60 seconds, then ON. This clears most error codes. Brand-specific: WHIRLPOOL/MAYTAG/KITCHENAID: press Cancel/Off to dismiss error, then breaker cycle. GE: press Clear/Off twice, then breaker cycle. SAMSUNG: press Cancel, then breaker cycle. LG: press Clear, then breaker cycle. FRIGIDAIRE: press Cancel, then breaker cycle. IMPORTANT: after self-clean, the door lock takes 30-60 minutes to release - do NOT breaker-cycle to force the door open. Wait for natural cooling. F-codes that return immediately after reset indicate a persistent hardware fault that needs repair, not just a reset.
What Does the HOW-RESET Code Mean?
Reset oven: breaker OFF 60 seconds.
Most Likely Causes
Based on aggregated repair data, here is the probability breakdown for this error code:
Symptoms You May Notice
- How to Reset an Oven: Every Brand Reset Method and F-Code Clearing
Can you reset a Generic oven to clear the HOW-RESET code?
Unplug 60 sec.
Tools Required for Diagnosis
Diagnostic Checklist
Follow these steps in order. We start with the easiest external fixes before opening up the machine.
Follow guide.
Follow guide.
Check codes.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Last verified for technical accuracy on March 15, 2026