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GE Microwave Error Code OVEN TOO HOT FOR SENSOR COOKING--USING ALTERNATE METHOD

A sensor cooking button was pressed when the internal oven temperature was greater than 200°F, preventing sensor features from operating.

SourceGE Profile Convection/Microwave Oven - Use & Care Manual (JVM1790)p. 15, 30

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The oven will automatically change to cook by time (follow the directions in the display) or wait until the oven is cool enough for the sensor features to function normally.

SourceGE Profile Convection/Microwave Oven - Use & Care Manual (JVM1790)p. 15, 30

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