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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…

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

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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.

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A sensor cooking button was pressed when the

From Service Manual 966368, p.20:

1.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.

2.Inspect the exhaust duct from the unit to the wall cap. A crushed or lint-blocked duct is the most common cause of airflow-related faults.

3.Measure static pressure at the blower housing with the lint screen removed. Expected: ≥ 1.0 in. w.c. in a still-air test.

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