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Whirlpool Range / Wall Oven

Whirlpool Range / Wall Oven C Error Code

What it means

C indicates that the oven temperature display is set to Celsius rather than Fahrenheit. Whirlpool notes that an oven in Celsius mode will not display a temperature above 260.

Try this first

  1. This is a temperature-display setting, not an appliance failure.
  2. Check the temperature-unit setting for your exact model.
  3. Use the model-specific control procedure to change the display from Celsius to Fahrenheit if desired.
  4. If the display reaches a maximum of 260 while set to Celsius, that behavior is expected.
Can I keep using it?✅ Temperature setting
Repair usually required?✅ No repair normally needed

If the error keeps returning

If you cannot change the temperature units, use the Owner's Manual instructions for your exact Whirlpool model.

Official source

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Whirlpool Range / Wall Oven C: Quick Answer

What it means: C indicates that the oven temperature display is set to Celsius rather than Fahrenheit. Whirlpool notes that an oven in Celsius mode will not display a temperature above 260.

First thing to check

This is a temperature-display setting, not an appliance failure.

Can I keep using it?

Temperature setting

Repair outlook

No repair normally needed

If the code remains

If you cannot change the temperature units, use the Owner's Manual instructions for your exact Whirlpool model.

Model note: Error-code meanings and procedures can vary by model and model year. Confirm the code against the documentation for your exact appliance before replacing parts.

Manufacturer reference: producthelp.whirlpool.com

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