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Whirlpool Cooktop F43 Code Power Control Board or Wiring

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Daniel Reeves Written by Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content Specialist Published October 20, 2026

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Code overview at a glance.

The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.

Error code F43
Appliance Cooktop
Content status Verified
Quick answer

Meaning of cooktop code F43 and the first thing to try.

Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F43 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.

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What this code may mean.

A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.

There may be a problem with the Cooktop Power Control Board or the associated wiring.

What F43 means

F43 on the display of a Whirlpool cooktop points to the Cooktop Power Control Board, or to the associated wiring. Whirlpool lists it for electric (radiant) cooktops.

Codes easily confused with F43

F42 also names the Cooktop Power Control Board and wiring. F47 a close relative that also lists the touchpad. F58 carries the same board and wiring description.

Quick reset routine

  1. Start by cutting its supply breaker(s) for one minute without power.
  2. Afterwards restore power at the breaker(s).
  3. Spend a minute looking at the display and note whether the code displays again.
  4. Last, verify that the cooktop runs again.

Do not open the cooktop if the code returns; a technician handles it from there.

On a service call, a technician checks the power control board and the wiring.

Cooktop service in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego

In the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego metro areas, (844) 968-2053 reaches the service desk for Whirlpool cooktops. Keep the model number, the displayed code and your reset attempts handy. See cooktop repair.

Source: Whirlpool Product Help: F43 – Electric Cooktop; Whirlpool Product Help: F43 – Electric and Induction Cooktop

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Safety warning before you continue.

Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.

Important

Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.

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