The beep alert on my cfmv162lma is really annoying, is there a simple way to get it down to one beep instead of three or would i have to turn it off altogether..how do i do that

Could be a faulty control knob.

I'm not familiar with that particular model, but with many of their models (and many other manufacturer models as well), unfortunately the beep cannot be turned off.

I realize this is 2 years old, but all you do is hold down stop/cancel for 3 seconds. That also turns on child lock.

Ithnk it made like tht cause ours also like tht

Hi, you cannot change how the microwave oven beeps after it cooking. You can confirm this by going through the user manual yourself....

A small number of models have a feature that lets you turn off or otherwise alter the beep on the microwave.

If so, it will be covered in the owner's manual.

Otherwise, see this video:

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i have the same problem too! please help if you can.

First of all, microwave ovens do not emit ionizing radiation.

The only risk from any leakage is a burn.

Generally, microwave leakage only occurs when the door / door seal is loose or damaged or there has been an improper repair attempt.

You can select a model which lets you turn the beeper on and off by looking for that feature as you shop manufacturer Web sites, or in the store ask the clerk to pull the manual for you to examine, or contact the manufacturer's help center, support center, or FAQ.

For Goldstar / LG / L.G. help, call 1-800-243-0000 (M-F, 7am-8pm CT, Sat 8-5 CT) and choose the appropriate prompt from the menu or visit here. LG / Goldstar owner's manuals can be downloaded here.

If you're interested in other brands, please reply back and let me know. I'll be happy to post contact info.

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On some older models, there is a sliding switch on the bottom edge of the control panel that turns it off. I've seen these on older Amanas, but not sure about others.

In newer models, they have some kind of help key which will get to to a menu which will turn it off.

Other models in between usually don't have that feature. In such cases, I as a technician have removed the beeper or taped over it to make it quieter, or even lifted one leg of a resistor attached to the beeper.

Someone less technical or less patient could just push the beeper sideways until it snaps off. No more beeps! *grin* And really, it is much weaker than the circuit board so it's a viable, if inelegant solution.

One other thing is to call Magic Chef with your model number:
http://www.mcappliance.com/contactus/contactus.asp