Error code reference

KitchenAid Microwave Error Code FAIL 2

Damper failure: damper fails to cycle once within one minute after oven is plugged in, or damper fails to close during Bake, Broil, or Roast.

SourceTech Sheet 3184524 - Appliance Service Reference (Rev B)p. 1

Diagnostic procedure

The full FAIL 2 procedure

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First diagnostic step
Check damper motor and damper switch per Problem H troubleshooting sequence.

SourceTech Sheet 3184524 - Appliance Service Reference (Rev B)p. 1

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Where this code is documented

3 manuals in the MyPros+ library document this code for KitchenAid microwave.

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