Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeFC LR
ApplianceCooktop
FC LR directs attention to the left front hotplate (cooking surface, burner or element) and to the wiring tied into it. Electric/radiant cooktops carry the code in Whirlpool help, and so do electric and induction ones.
Power reset
Switch the cooktop breaker off for one minute, or unplug the unit for that long.
Turn the breaker on again.
Look at the cooktop for a minute to confirm FC LR stays away.
Check that it runs normally.
Code back again
Nothing more is listed for the owner. If FC LR shows again after the reset, book a technician to inspect the hotplate and its wiring.
Our San Francisco team takes calls about Whirlpool cooktops at (415) 687-4102. If FC LR returns, have the code, the model number and the result of the reset prepared before you call; Whirlpool cooktop repair has the overview.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so FC LR may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
FC LR signals a possible problem with the hotplate (cooking surface, burner or element) or its wiring.
Important safety warning. 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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