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REV 2026.07EN/FR

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Ovens & ranges

1 procedures · 5 codes

Electric, gas and ProBake. Temperature sensors, igniters, touch panels.

OVOvens & rangesF9F1F3
Open oven range showing bake element, igniter and temperature sensor

LG oven range not reaching temperature: F9, igniter, element and sensor checks

The LG oven runs but takes too long to heat, never reaches the set temperature, or displays a heating fault code.

DifficultyAdvanced30-60 min

Error codes

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CodeMeaningFirst checkProcedure
F1OVMeaningOven temperature sensor open: the control has lost its feedback.Service call likelyFirst checkSensor resistance at room temperature: roughly 1,080 Ω is healthy on most LG ovens.·
F3OVMeaningOven temperature sensor shorted.Service call likelyFirst checkCheck where the sensor lead passes the liner: a pinched lead shorts against the case.·
F9OVMeaningOven did not reach temperature: heating or ignition failure.Service call likelyFirst checkGas models: watch the igniter glow. If it glows but never lights, the igniter is weak.·
F11OVMeaningStuck key: the touch panel reports a button held down.User-fixableFirst checkClean around every key and let the panel cool; heat swell from the door vent causes it.·
LOCOVMeaningControl lock is engaged, not a fault.InformationalFirst checkHold the Lock (or Clear/Off) key for three seconds to release.·

Codes vary by model year and platform. Always confirm against the manual for your exact model number before ordering parts.