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Kenmore Oven Error Code F82

Microwave thermistor open error: the microwave control is not able to read the temperature in the microwave cavity correctly, or there is no heat generated by the convection element.

SourceKenmore Frigidaire Oven - Tech Sheet: Electronic Control Board (790 Series)p. 19

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Verify operation of the microwave convection element by starting a convection function and checking if the temperature rises. Test the convection element resistance (approximately 10.2 ohms between terminals).

SourceKenmore Frigidaire Oven - Tech Sheet: Electronic Control Board (790 Series)p. 19

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