Written by
Elena Marsh Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codenCAL
ApplianceRange
The 2014 self-cleaning range
On this Kenmore model nCAL signals that the electronic oven control board has failed.
Fix listed in the manual
With electrical power disconnected, the board is replaced. The part is listed as the board plus its overlay. It sits in the range electronics, so a technician can handle it for owners who prefer that.
Related codes
LinE ERR: also a control board failure, on glass touch ranges.
San Francisco owners with a 2014 Kenmore self-cleaning range showing nCAL can book Kenmore range repair on (415) 825-6393. Keep the model number and the code ready.
Model compatibility: Kenmore reuses codes across series and model years, so nCAL 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
nCAL means the electronic oven control board has failed on Kenmore 2014 self-cleaning electric ranges.
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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