Select form the list of GE Microwave error codes below for the code meaning and possible issues that may be causing the fault to display.
The GE Microwave error codes listed above may also apply to the following brands.
- Haier Microwave Error Codes.
- Hotpoint Microwave Error Codes.
- Moffat Microwave Error Codes.
Why is my GE Microwave displaying error codes?
Your GE Microwave will display error codes when the main control panel internal diagnostics system has detected a problem.
How can I reset GE Microwave Error Codes
The first thing to try is switching the Microwave main power supply off for 60 seconds. This usual only works if the fault was set due to a supply voltage fluctuation from a storm or power outage. It may also work if the problem is intermittent. Unfortunately this might only be a short term solution because if the problem is intermittent and the fault returns, the error code will display again.
If that doesn’t work, the problem triggering the error code will need to be repaired in order to clear the fault code.
Why is my GE Microwave not working?
Some GE Microwave error codes will disable the appliance from operating. The error code will need to be resolved in order for the appliance to function normally again.
What does 18 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an 18 fault code, it is indicating a Internal Control Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An 18 Internal Control Error will set if the control board detects Indication of an issue with the electronic control in the microwave.
The most common issues that will cause an 18 Internal Control Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- This display can be cancelled and normal operation resumed by touching the CLEAR pad.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the 18 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does 8888 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an 8888 fault code, it is indicating a Power Failure has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An 8888 Power Failure will set if the control board detects It is possible to see this display upon initial installation or after power was restored due to a power failure.
The most common issues that will cause an 8888 Power Failure to display on a GE Microwave are:
- This display can be cancelled and normal operation resumed by touching the CLEAR pad.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the 8888 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F1 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F1 fault code, it is indicating a Temperature Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F1 Temperature Sensor Error will set if the control board detects The temperature sensor is open.
The most common issues that will cause an F1 Temperature Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The temperature sensor is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the temperature sensor.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F1 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F2 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F2 fault code, it is indicating a Temperature Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F2 Temperature Sensor Error will set if the control board detects The temperature sensor is shorted.
The most common issues that will cause an F2 Temperature Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The temperature sensor is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the temperature sensor.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F2 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F3 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F3 fault code, it is indicating a Shorted Key Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F3 Shorted Key Error will set if the control board detects A button is stuck or held.
The most common issues that will cause an F3 Shorted Key Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The keypad is defective.
- The microwave control PCB is defective.
- Wiring issue between the keypad and the control PCB.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F3 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F4 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F4 fault code, it is indicating a Humidity Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F4 Humidity Sensor Error will set if the control board detects The humidity sensor is open.
The most common issues that will cause an F4 Humidity Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The humidity sensor is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the humidity sensor.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F4 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F5 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F5 fault code, it is indicating a Humidity Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F5 Humidity Sensor Error will set if the control board detects The humidity sensor is shorted.
The most common issues that will cause an F5 Humidity Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The humidity sensor is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the humidity sensor.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F5 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F6 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F6 fault code, it is indicating a Shorted Temperature Probe Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F6 Shorted Temperature Probe Error will set if the control board detects The microwave internal diagnostics has detected a short in the temperature probe circuit.
The most common issues that will cause an F6 Shorted Temperature Probe Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The temperature probe is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the temperature probe.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F6 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does F10 mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an F10 fault code, it is indicating a Shorted Key Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An F10 Shorted Key Error will set if the control board detects The touch panel is shorted.
The most common issues that will cause an F10 Shorted Key Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The keypad is defective.
- The microwave control PCB is defective.
- Wiring issue between the keypad and the control PCB.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the F10 code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does KEYPAD SHORTED mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an KEYPAD SHORTED fault code, it is indicating a Touch Key Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An KEYPAD SHORTED Touch Key Error will set if the control board detects A button is stuck or held.
The most common issues that will cause an KEYPAD SHORTED Touch Key Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The keypad is defective.
- The microwave control PCB is defective.
- Wiring issue between the keypad and the control PCB.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the KEYPAD SHORTED code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does OPEN STEAM SENSOR mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an OPEN STEAM SENSOR fault code, it is indicating a Humidity Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An OPEN STEAM SENSOR Humidity Sensor Error will set if the control board detects The humidity sensor is open.
The most common issues that will cause an OPEN STEAM SENSOR Humidity Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The humidity sensor is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the humidity sensor.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the OPEN STEAM SENSOR code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does PF mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an PF fault code, it is indicating a Power Failure has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An PF Power Failure will set if the control board detects It is possible to see this display upon initial installation or after power was restored due to a power failure.
The most common issues that will cause an PF Power Failure to display on a GE Microwave are:
- This display can be cancelled and normal operation resumed by touching the CLEAR pad.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the PF code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does PROBE mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an PROBE fault code, it is indicating a Open Temperature Probe Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An PROBE Open Temperature Probe Error will set if the control board detects Open temperature probe or the probe is not plugged in during a temp cook function.
The most common issues that will cause an PROBE Open Temperature Probe Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- Make sure probe is firmly inserted into the wall of microwave and the food item.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the PROBE code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does SENSOR ERROR mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an SENSOR ERROR fault code, it is indicating a Steam Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An SENSOR ERROR Steam Sensor Error will set if the control board detects When using a Sensor feature, the door was opened before steam could be detected.
The most common issues that will cause an SENSOR ERROR Steam Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- Do not open door until steam is sensed and time is shown counting down on the display.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the SENSOR ERROR code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
What does SHORTED STEAM SENSOR mean on a GE Microwave?
If your GE Microwave is displaying an SHORTED STEAM SENSOR fault code, it is indicating a Humidity Sensor Error has been detected by the internal self diagnostics system.
An SHORTED STEAM SENSOR Humidity Sensor Error will set if the control board detects The humidity sensor is shorted.
The most common issues that will cause an SHORTED STEAM SENSOR Humidity Sensor Error to display on a GE Microwave are:
- The main PCB is defective.
- The weight sensor is defective.
- Wiring issue between the main PCB and the weight sensor.
Try turning the Microwave main power supply off for 1 minute. If the SHORTED STEAM SENSOR code returns after turning the power supply back on, the problem causing the fault will need to be repaired to clear the error
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