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Microwave timer counts down super fast

I have a whirlpool microwave and today the timer started counting down super fast and won't heat. What should i do?

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Try unplugging it for about 15 minutes. if that doesnt work, you might as well get a new one. i fix everything myself for just the cost of parts and i have found that what parts cost for a microwaves, its cheaper just to buy a new one.

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Your microwave may be in a demonstration mode. Usually there is a way to turn off the sound, change languages, lock out the key pad, etc. via some kind of "Help" key or button. Turn off "DEMO MODE" by pressing the custom help button and observe the options in the LED or liquid crystal screen of your microwave. Usually the first option to undue the demonstration mode and put back into normal operation mode was to press "1" then press the "Stop/Clear" button.

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