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The display screen on the Microwave says "F6". Nothing we try seems to clear this from the screen. When we close the door to the microwave - the display screen still says "F6" and the microwave makes a buzzing noise. When we open the door the buzzing noise stops. None of the panel buttons work. Seems locked up.
Any ideas?
Same exact problem here. Tried unplugging and re-plugging. Nope. Now I need to know how to unplug the keypad internally......Same exact problem here. Tried unplugging and re-plugging. Nope. Now I need to know how to unplug the keypad internally......
AnonymousNov 07, 2007
went to turn the microwave on it came on for a second now nothing works it is a emerson went to turn the microwave on it came on for a second now nothing works it is a emerson
AnonymousMar 13, 2014
I close door and sometimes light stays on and buzzing noise occurs. Also, not heating to full capacity sometimesI close door and sometimes light stays on and buzzing noise occurs. Also, not heating to full capacity sometimes
AnonymousMar 27, 2014
it makes a low noise when door is closed but a loud R-r-R-r- noise when door is openit makes a low noise when door is closed but a loud R-r-R-r- noise when door is open
AnonymousMar 27, 2014
microwave oven makes small noise with door closed but a loud R-R-R-R NOISE WHEN DOOR IS OPENmicrowave oven makes small noise with door closed but a loud R-R-R-R NOISE WHEN DOOR IS OPEN
AnonymousMar 31, 2014
microwave stopped working and now displays F6 on the screenmicrowave stopped working and now displays F6 on the screen
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F6 usually means a fault in the controller or keypad.
You could try to unplug it for several minutes, then plug it back in.
If it still fails, maybe you or a friend can disconnect the power cord, unplug the keypad strip internally, then plug the power cord back in and try it with the keypad still disconnected.
If it does not fail again, you have a wet or shorted keypad and can dry it or order one. If it does fail again, the control board is bad.
If you or a friend decide to work on it, we have *critical* safety, disassembly, and troubleshooting info at our site, which is linked at our listing here on FixYa: http://tinyurl.com/yzjozk
You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number (without the suffix) here: http://tinyurl.com/gv383
Sorry I didn't get to answer this before the bogus answer was posted. I've been tied up and away from the PC.
Before ordering and replacing the control board, try the "slap" method, which worked for me. Just slap the side of the microwave with your fist. Then, if a colon appears in the display, reset the clock. This often works for both Kenmore and Whirlpool microwave ovens and will save you a lot of expense and aggravation. I found this solution posted on this site.Before ordering and replacing the control board, try the "slap" method, which worked for me. Just slap the side of the microwave with your fist. Then, if a colon appears in the display, reset the clock. This often works for both Kenmore and Whirlpool microwave ovens and will save you a lot of expense and aggravation. I found this solution posted on this site.
Hey.....the slap thing worked great!! You just saved me $429.00 for a new over cooktop microwave. Thanks KipperHey.....the slap thing worked great!! You just saved me $429.00 for a new over cooktop microwave. Thanks Kipper
Wow, incredible. the slap method is working. just try it. Thank you, nick and kipper.Wow, incredible. the slap method is working. just try it. Thank you, nick and kipper.
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F6 —Microwave Relay Failure: Check the microwave relay.
The F6 error code which is flashing on your microwave refers to a faulty relay. However, I would suggest that you first try to run a diagnostic (which you may not be able to, but it is beneficial if it works). Here is how:
The microwave oven may be provided with a self diagnostic routine that can be operated through the touch pad keyboard. To enter the self-diagnostic routine:
1.While pressing the CANCEL keypad:
a) Open the oven door.
b) Unplug the microwave oven for 2-seconds and plug it back in.
c) Release the CANCEL keypad and close the oven door.
NOTE: The humidity sensor test results will appear on the display after 8-seconds.If the tests are successful, "OK " will be displayed. If one or more of the tests fail, "ERR " will be displayed.. 2.When a keypad is pressed, a number according to the test chart will be displayed. When no keypad is pressed, a blank "—" is displayed.
If you want to try to fix it your self, Always remember Electricity is dangerous and should be treated with respect.
Microwaves are very dangerous, they can still shock you even unplugged!!
Use a metal ( not the shiny chrome type ) screw driver with a insulated handle to short across ( touch both at the same time ) the terminals of the high voltage capacitor to discharge it. With the microwave unplugged.
self-diagnostic routine:
1.While pressing the CANCEL keypad:
a) Open the oven door.
b) Unplug the microwave oven for 2-seconds and plug it back in.
c) Release the CANCEL keypad and close the oven door. You will see the following display.
CHART
NOTE: The humidity sensor test results will appear on the display after 8-seconds.If the tests are successful, "OK " will be displayed. If one or more of the tests fail, "ERR " will be displayed.. 2.When a keypad is pressed, a number according to the test chart will be displayed. When no keypad is pressed, a blank "?" is displayed...
F6 ?Microwave Relay Failure: Check the microwave relay.
F6 means a problem in the control circuit board. Try unplugging the microwave with the door open, then plug it back. Try the solution that you find here, if it does not work the panel must be replaced.
i fixed by unplugging the microwave with the door open. I plugged it back in and the F6 was gone. I was then able to set the clock and turn the light on/off . When I closed the microwave door, the F6 came back on and the microwave was making a humming noise. I slapped the side of the microwave near the keypad, and the F6 cleared from the readout and the humming stopped. The microwave is working fine now. Don't know why, except maybe slap on the side reset a relay or something. Anyway, I will never by a Sears Kenmore appliance for the rest of my life. The door rattles when you open a close it (like a part inside the door is broken) and this is the second time a fault code has appeared during use. I had GE Profile appliances at my last house, which are more $$ initial cost, but who wants to screw around buying a new microwave every four or five years. I'll happily spend a couple hundred more for the peace of mind and knowing that it will work during Thanksgiving dinner with the family over.
i fixed by unplugging the microwave with the door open. I plugged it back in and the F6 was gone. I was then able to set the clock and turn the light on/off . When I closed the microwave door, the F6 came back on and the microwave was making a humming noise. I slapped the side of the microwave near the keypad, and the F6 cleared from the readout and the humming stopped. The microwave is working fine now. Don't know why, except maybe slap on the side reset a relay or something. Anyway, I will never by a Sears Kenmore appliance for the rest of my life. The door rattles when you open a close it (like a part inside the door is broken) and this is the second time a fault code has appeared during use. I had GE Profile appliances at my last house, which are more $$ initial cost, but who wants to screw around buying a new microwave every four or five years. I'll happily spend a couple hundred more for the peace of mind and knowing that it will work during Thanksgiving dinner with the family over.
Same exact problem here. Tried unplugging and re-plugging. Nope. Now I need to know how to unplug the keypad internally......
went to turn the microwave on it came on for a second now nothing works
it is a emerson
I close door and sometimes light stays on and buzzing noise occurs. Also, not heating to full capacity sometimes
it makes a low noise when door is closed but a loud R-r-R-r- noise when door is open
microwave oven makes small noise with door closed but a loud R-R-R-R NOISE WHEN DOOR IS OPEN
microwave stopped working and now displays F6 on the screen
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