Error code reference

Bosch Microwave Error Code H98

Self-diagnostic failure code indicating a magnetron and/or inverter circuit problem area; no microwave oscillation detected.

SourceBosch/Siemens/Thermador/Gaggenau Microwave - Full Service Manual25 (Section 11.2)

Diagnostic procedure

The full H98 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Program DPC by pressing Clock, Timer, Start, Power Level. Then perform inverter Test1: unplug CN703 from magnetron, program High power for 1 minute, verify oven stops in ~23 seconds and input current is 0.5-1A.

SourceBosch/Siemens/Thermador/Gaggenau Microwave - Full Service Manual25 (Section 11.2)

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