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Error code reference
GE Microwave Error Code SHORTED STEAM SENSOR SERVICE MAY BE NEEDED
Shorted humidity sensor detected.
SourceGE PEB7226SFSS Microwave - Service Manual: Touch ControlSensor & Keypad Failure Mode section
Diagnostic procedure
The full SHORTED STEAM SENSOR SERVICE MAY BE NEEDED procedure
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First diagnostic step
Check humidity sensor plug-in connection on left side upper of cavity.
SourceGE PEB7226SFSS Microwave - Service Manual: Touch ControlSensor & Keypad Failure Mode section
More steps, wiring diagram references, and verified part numbers
Includes expected resistance and voltage values, connector pinouts, and supersession notes for replacement parts.
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Where this code is documented
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