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Kitchenaid Microwave Error Codes

Find plain-language explanations for KitchenaidMicrowave error codes, common causes, and troubleshooting steps you can try before requesting repair service.

48 error codes currently available
AccuPop Fail
KitchenAid indicates AccuPop Fail means the microwave oven could not execute the function and there may be a problem with the AccuPop Sensor.
Demo Mode
KitchenAid indicates dOn means Demo Mode is on and dOff means Demo Mode has been turned off.
Door / Open-Close Door
KitchenAid indicates a DOOR or OPEN/CLOSE DOOR message can appear when the microwave door has remained closed for 5 minutes or more without the microwave being started.
E03
KitchenAid indicates E03 means the Keypad (User Interface) reported a problem to the control board; the keypad, user interface, or associated wiring may be involved.
E11
KitchenAid indicates E11 means the Gas Sensor reported a problem to the control board; the Gas Sensor or associated wiring may be involved.
E12
KitchenAid indicates E12 means there is a problem with the Gas Sensor or associated wiring.
E13
KitchenAid indicates E13 means the microwave oven did not preheat correctly; the Appliance Control Board or associated wiring may be involved.
E21
KitchenAid indicates E21 means the Thermal Sensor circuit reported an open condition to the control board; the Thermal Sensor, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
E22
KitchenAid indicates E22 means the Thermal Sensor circuit reported a short to the control board; the Thermal Sensor, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
E23
KitchenAid indicates E23 means the microwave oven did not reach its preheat temperature within 30 minutes; the Heater, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
E24
KitchenAid indicates E24 means the microwave oven reached an overheat condition of 500 F (260 C); the Thermal Sensor, Gas Sensor, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
E61
KitchenAid indicates E61 means the Oven Sensor circuit reported an open condition to the control board; the Sensor, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
E62
KitchenAid indicates E62 means the Oven Sensor circuit reported a shorted condition to the control board; the Sensor, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
E63
KitchenAid indicates E63 means the official Product Help article reports a shorted Oven Sensor circuit condition to the control board; the Sensor, Appliance Control Board, or associated wiring may be involved.
F1 E1
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Relay Control Board, or the associated wiring.
F1 E4
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Appliance Control Board, or the associated wiring.
F2
KitchenAid indicates that the Keypad (User Interface) reported a problem to the control board and that the Keypad or associated wiring may be involved.
F2 E1
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the User Interface / Keypad or the associated wiring.
F2 H1
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Vent Fan and Light Switch (located on the lower left front side panel) or the associated wiring.
F2 H2
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Vent Fan and Light Switch (located on the lower left front side panel) or the associated wiring.
F2 Q1
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the User Interface (Touchpad) or the associated wiring.
F3 C
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Cavity Temperature Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F3 H
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Humidity Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F3 H1
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Humidity Sensor or the associated wiring.
F3 T1
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the User Interface Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F3 T2
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Convection Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F3 T3
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Hood Temperature Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F3 T4
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Magnetron Temperature Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F4 E1
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Cavity Temperature Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F4 E4
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Humidity Thermistor or the associated wiring.
F4 E9
KitchenAid indicates this code may be associated with the Smart Pop Control or the associated wiring.
F6
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Relay Control Board, or the associated wiring.
F6 E0
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Appliance Control Board, or the associated wiring.
F7
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Appliance Control Board, or the associated wiring.
F7 E9
KitchenAid links F7E9 to an upper-vent obstruction that can cause the microwave to overheat.
F8 E5
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Exhaust Air Temperature Sensor, or the associated wiring.
F9
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the Appliance Control Board, the Relay Control Board, or the associated wiring.
F9 Q
KitchenAid's official F9Q Product Help article provides a power-reset procedure but does not identify a specific failed component in the published guidance.
F9 Q1
KitchenAid indicates the oven could not execute the function; there may be a problem with the User Interface (Touch Pad) or the associated wiring.
FC E1
KitchenAid indicates FC E1 means the microwave appliance could not connect to the wireless router. The official guidance lists connection timeout, poor signal strength, a failed router, the appliance Wi-Fi module, or associated wiring as possible causes.
FC E2
KitchenAid indicates FC E2 means the microwave could not connect to the wireless router. Possible causes listed by the manufacturer include connection timeout, poor signal strength, a failed router, the appliance Wi-Fi module, or associated wiring.
FC E3
KitchenAid indicates FC E3 means the microwave could not connect to the wireless router. Possible causes listed by the manufacturer include connection timeout, poor signal strength, a failed router, the appliance Wi-Fi module, or associated wiring.
FC E7
KitchenAid indicates FC E7 means the microwave did not connect to the wireless router.
FC E8
KitchenAid FC E8 guidance addresses a Registration Error caused by incorrect registration information, including the SAID number, appliance type, or model number.
LOC
KitchenAid indicates LOC, L, or the padlock icon means the microwave Control Lock feature is enabled.
PF
KitchenAid indicates that a flashing colon or PF can follow a power failure or occur when the clock time has been turned off.
Registration Error
KitchenAid indicates Registration Error can occur when the microwave cannot complete connected-appliance registration because of internet or home-network access, prior ownership, incorrect SAID information, or incorrect appliance and model information.
SE
KitchenAid identifies this code with the Keypad (User Interface) or the associated wiring.

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