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Whirlpool Microwave Error Code F5E1

Door latch not operating - latch motor or switch failure.

SourceWhirlpool Microwave - Tech Sheet: Service Guidelines (KEMS308SSS)p. 4

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Diagnostic procedure

The full F5E1 procedure

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First diagnostic step

Enter Diagnostics Mode, press CLEAN key within first 120 seconds to cycle latch motor; verify latch state toggles between 0 and 1.

SourceWhirlpool Microwave - Tech Sheet: Service Guidelines (KEMS308SSS)p. 4

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