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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 or has a short. This will cause the microwave to beep continuously after the set clock message appears.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Repeat Step 5 for the other membrane that is on the control board.
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.
Peel the wax backing off of the top membrane, then place it on the control board.
Place the control board back on the microwave and secure it with the screwdriver. Reattach the grille, and set the microwave back in place.
Plug the microwave back into the power outlet and reset the clock.
F1 - E0 EEPROM communication error F1 - E1 EEPROM checksum error F1 - E2 UL A/D error F1 - E4 Model ID error F1 - E5 Calibration shifted F1 - E6 Latch signal mismatch error F1 - E9 Stack overflow F1 - E3 Wiring harness cavity size does not match stored value F2 - E0 Shorted touch pad F2 - E1 Keypad cable connection error F2 - E5 Cancel key drive line open F2 - E6 Cancel key drive line open F3 - E0 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (upper oven on double oven models) F3 - E1 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (upper oven on double oven models) F3 - E2 Oven temperature is too high (Cook mode) F3 - E3 Oven temperature is too high (Clean mode) F3 - E4 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) opened (lower oven on double oven models) F3 - E5 Oven temperature sensor (RTD) shorted (lower oven on double oven models) F3 - E6 Drawer sensor open F3 - E7 Warming drawer sensor shorted F4 - E1 Meat probe malfunction - shorted F5 - E0 Door Switch F5 - E1 Self clean latch will not lock F5 - E2 Latch during CLEAN error F5 - E5 Self clean temperature not reached within 45 minutes. F5 - E6 Door is open, but latch is locked F5 - E7 Self clean latch will not unlock F6 - E0 Return line not connected F7 - E1 Common switch wire defective
Two digit codes:
F0 ERC Board failure F1 ERC Board failure F2 Oven temperature is too high F3 Oven temperature sensor open F4 Oven temperature sensor shorted F5 ERC Board failure F7 Function key stuck on ERC F8 ERC Board failure F9 Oven door lock failure
Microwave and Microwave combo error codes:
F1 - E3 or F1 - E4 Electronic control malfunction
F2 - E0 or F2 - E1 Keypad connection error
F2 - E3 Keypad held down too long, or keypad is shorted.
If you get an error code, try first resetting the code: 1. Disconnect power for about two minutes. 2. Connect back power. 3. If code re-appears, test and eventually replace faulty part.
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.
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.
An F3 error code indicates that the keypad for the control panel is bad
or has a short. This will cause the microwave to beep continuously after
the set clock message appears.
On many models of
microwave oven means a problem with the touch panel, (tact switches).
The error code F-S or F-5 is the closest error message I have found in information for your convection microwave oven. The F5 error code indicates that the damper switch has a sensing error. Be sure that the blower outlet is not blocked or restricted. I would recommend calling for service on something like this.
The F3 error code is an indication of a stuck key panel. We do not
recommend that the customer remove the cover of their microwave oven.
Even with the microwave oven unplugged, there are some components that
hold a charge of 25.000 volts.
Note: General resolution for problem is based on information submitted with question. If problem persist, contact a service technician to Sears Repair Department 1-800-469-4663.
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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.
F2/F3/F4
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.
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.
Step 1
Press "Off/Cancel" (or "Cancel/Off" depending on your model)
to clear the error code. Note the code if it reappears.
Step 2
Replace the touchpad if the code displayed is "F0," "F7" or
"F10." A function key is stuck or shorted.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The error code F3 indicates an oven sensor problem. The oven sensor is most likely the failed part. The oven sensor probe must have the correct resistance readings at specific temperatures. When the electronic range control (ERC) cannot identify the correct resistance of the oven sensor or the resistance is way out of specs F3 will display.
I recommend calling a service technician to diagnose and repair your oven.
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