QUESTION FROM Melora

I have a 20 year old downdraft slide-in range made by Kenmore. The oven doesn't work and has an F3 code not remedied with a new temperature sensor. Repair man says I must replace range because he concludes there is a failure with the control panel, and it's not worth replacing the part and I might not find the part. Question, do you agree with his conclusion, and also, can I replace this downdraft range with a slide-in that has no downdraft? There is a window above the range and I can not install a vent overhead. The downdraft was pretty useless anyway so I hate to spend the extra $1000 for it.

Thank you!

ANSWER FROM HOME-WIZARD

Dear Melora:

Regarding your question of whether you need to replace your 20 year old Kenmore range just because the control panel has failed, I would suggest that you contact Kenmore and ask them directly. Here's their toll-free number for product questions: 1-888-536-6673

As far a replacing your range with a model that does not have a downdraft vent (when you cannot install an overhead vent), I would strongly recommend that you have a downdraft vent. There are major safety reasons for having a vent for range. And if you can't have an overhead vent hood, then you should definitely have a downdraft vent for your range.

Hope this is helpful.
Home-Wizard.com

FOLLOW-UP FROM Melora

Thanks so much for the detailed info.

Your service is terrific.