Error Code F18
Probe short — lower oven meat probe sensor is shorted
Moderate
Address soon - your appliance may not work properly
Also displayed as: F18
How to Fix
- 1
Unplug the unit.
- 2
Disconnect the probe from the oven.
- 3
Inspect probe wiring for damage or pinching.
- 4
Measure probe resistance — a short will read near 0 Ω.
- 5
If probe is shorted, replace the meat probe.
- 6
If probe measures normal, check wiring harness to the probe jack and repair or replace as needed.
- 7
Reconnect and test.
Other Error Codes for LTG4715BM
Lower oven sensor open — oven thermistor is open circuit
Lower oven sensor short — oven thermistor is shorted
Lower oven overtemperature — oven temperature exceeded 650°F continuously for 2 minutes during cooking (except self-clean)
Key short error — either 25 key short occurred 3 times in 90 seconds, or communication with Touch IC was impossible for more than 60 seconds
Upper oven sensor open — oven thermistor is open circuit
Upper oven overtemperature — oven temperature exceeded 650°F continuously for 2 minutes during cooking (except self-clean)
Convection fan not working
Lower oven door lock failure — door lock motor failed to reach locked or unlocked position during self-clean or lockout