Written by
Daniel Reeves Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
F60
Error codeF60
ApplianceCooktop
Content status
Verified
Quick answer
Meaning of cooktop code F60 and the first thing to try.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so F60 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 codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
There may be a problem with the User Interface (Touchpad) or the associated wiring.
What F60 means
Electric (radiant) Whirlpool cooktops use F60 for a possible touchpad fault: the User Interface (Touchpad) or the associated wiring.
Codes easily confused with F60
F56 same touchpad meaning under a different number. F61 a wider list including the electrical supply. F63 lists the touch control and power control module.
What to do first
Remove power through the cooktop’s breaker(s) and wait out one minute.
Then restore power by turning the breaker(s) on.
Allow a single minute observing it to see if the code shows up again.
Once that minute passes, check that the cooktop operates normally.
Repeat appearances of the code mean it is time to bring in a technician.
Cooktop service in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles and San Diego
Booking a Whirlpool cooktop appointment in the Miami, New York, Houston, Los Angeles or San Diego metro areas starts at (844) 968-2053. Note the code, the model and what you tried first, then read about cooktop repair.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
Safe
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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