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The display on the unit is displaying code "F3".

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F3 flashes/beeps. I see it says its a damaged keypad that needs replacing--"a simple DYI project." I'm willing to give it a try, though I haven't a clue or ANY experience how. I mean not...

HELLO.

THERE IS SOLUTION TO THE PROBLEM.

GE microwaves with a digital display will show an error code when there is a problem or malfunction with the unit. One type of error code that will be displayed on a GE oven and require troubleshooting is a code F3.
An F3 error code indicates that the keypad for the control panel is bad. This will cause the microwave to beep continuously after the set clock message appears.

Need things

* Phillips-head screwdriver
* Hair dryer
* Key panel
* Key membrane

1 Unplug the power cord for the microwave from the electrical outlet. Pull the microwave out from the wall and set it on a table or the counter.

2 Find and remove the two screws from the top of the grille, on the font of the unit, with the Phillips-head screwdriver. Pull the grille off of the microwave.

3 Find and remove the screws that are used to secure the control panel to the microwave frame. Lift the control panel unit up and away from the microwave.

4 Find and remove the screw that is used to secure the green ground wire. Pull out all of the connectors and ribbon cables from the control board.

5 Apply heat from a hair dryer to the front of the control board for at least 30 seconds. Make sure the hair dryer is at the low setting. Pull up on one corner of the top membrane, then peel it off of the control board.

6 Repeat Step 5 for the other membrane that is on the control board.

7 Insert the pliable circuit of the new membrane through the opening in the control board. Remove the wax backing to expose the adhesive for the membrane. Place the membrane onto the control board.

8 Peel the wax backing off of the top membrane, then place it on the control board.

9 Place the control board back on the microwave and secure it with the screwdriver. Reattach the grille, and set the microwave back in place.

10 Plug the microwave back into the power outlet and reset the clock.

Willing to help on other problems.

Thanks.
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My kitchenaide convection oven is displaying the E1 F4 error.

KitchenAid ovens are popular for their classic design and simple user interface. When a problem occurs in the function of a KitchenAid oven, an error code will display on the clock as soon as the malfunction registers in the oven's memory. Each code corresponds to a particular type of malfunction. Most can be corrected by disconnecting the power supply for one minute and then restarting. If the code persists, either replace the indicated part or contact a service center. F0/F1
  • The F0 and F1 codes refer to electrical issues. If the code appears as only two digits, the problem is a transistor failure, so you must replace the electronic range control (ERC). If the code displays four digits, it will read F0-E0, which indicates a failure switching from analog to digital, or F1-E1, which refers to a safety flip-flop. Both problems require the replacement of the ERC.
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  • The F2, F3 and F4 codes refer to problems with the oven temperature sensor or the keypad. If you see the two-digit F2 code, it means your keypad has shorted and the ERC must be replaced. The four-digit F2-E0 code means that the oven temperature is too high. Test the door lock and the relay operation, and correct as necessary. A two-digit F3 code means an open temperature sensor or thermal fuse, so those parts must be replaced. A four-digit F3-E0, F3-E1, F3-E2 or F3-E3 code or a two-digit F4 code means that either the oven is registering as too hot or the temperature sensor has shorted. Either way, the oven temperature sensor must be replaced.
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    Kenmore Gas Range model # 362.75491990 F3 error Oven will not hold temp - error message displays and beeps I Replaced the oven temp sensor same issue Is the control panel bad?

    Hi,

    Many models of the GE microwave have sensors that can detect humidity from the foods you are cooking. This allows the microwave to make adjustments to the power levels used to cook your food. If "Sensor Error" appears, you should either press "Clear" to cancel the mode or leave the food in the appliance longer to give the microwave more time to detect the food.

    Press "Time Cook" to manually enter the time if you receive an error message when trying to use the "Sensor Reheat" mode of your GE microwave. The error message may be caused by the food item being too large or too small to detect.

    these are some other code error that will help you in case of next time.

    1. Step 1 Press "Off/Cancel" (or "Cancel/Off" depending on your model) to clear the error code. Note the code if it reappears.
    2. Step 2 Replace the touchpad if the code displayed is "F0," "F7" or "F10." A function key is stuck or shorted.
    3. Step 3 Replace the touchpad or the clock (ERC) if the code "F1" is displayed. Disconnect the ribbon connector to the touchpad. If no code is displayed after an hour, replace the touchpad. If the code displays again, replace the clock.
    4. Step 4 Replace the oven temperature sensor if "F2," "F3" or "F4" is displayed. "F2" indicates the oven temperature is too hot and the oven temperature sensor is suspect. "F3" or "F4" indicates the oven temperature sensor or shorted or open.
    5. Step 5 Replace the ERC if "F5," F6" or "F8" is displayed. The ERC is the main control unit. "F5," F6" and "F8 are codes that indicate problems in the ERC functions.
    6. Step 6 Inspect the door-lock assembly and circuit if "F9" is displayed. The door must lock when the oven is in use. If the lock mechanism is not functioning or if the detection circuit is malfunctioning, the stove will display "F9."


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    "F3" codes mean your oven temperature sensor has failed or shorted out. The only thing you can do is to replace the sensor.

    Take care.
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    Lights turn on and off, keypad is out of control, F3 Code appears in the display.

    F3 on a GE / Hotpoint microwave means you have a shorted membrane keypad.

    If and when an oven is coming on or doing anything by itself, this is very dangerous and can result in a fire.

    So until it is repaired, please leave it unplugged or leave the door open when it's not in use, and please do not leave it running unattended.

    We regularly repair such control units for customers nationwide by mail in about a week or so with a one-year guarantee.

    Feel free to contact me directly (and please remind me of your full model number) for pricing and more information & help.

    We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.

    William E. Miller
    [email protected]
    http://www.microwavedisplay.com
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    F3 Error Message

    the code means this.


    F3 Shorted touch pad panel

    Good Luck
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    I have a GE microwave. The display panel says F3 and the microwave beeps and will not run. If I unplug it it will then work if you use it right away. But then it will display F3 again and beep and not work...

    F3 means that your keypad is shorting.

    If you'd like to have us fix it for you, we do that for $39.95 plus parts. We repair them for customers nationwide.

    Or if you want to do it yourself, please contact me directly and I'll give you details on parts and procedure.

    We're happy to help and we appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.

    William E. Miller, AS-EET
    [email protected]
    http://www.microwavedisplay.com
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    Oven error -f3-

    In most cases that code means you have a shorting keypad.

    If you could post the full model number, I'd be happy to point you to the best source in case you or a friend want to replace it yourself.

    Otherwise, we regularly repair these for customers nationwide for $39.95 postpaid plus thew cost of the keypad.

    Details of our service and critical safety information and disassembly information is at our site, and our link is at our listing here on FixYa: http://tinyurl.com/yzjozk


    We're happy to help and we appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.
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    F3 Error Message

    It needs a new key pad it is shorted the ge website has a list of error codes f3 is the keypad
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