Display shows E06 and the microwave will not start; sometimes appears after a power surge or lightning storm.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the microwave before touching any internal parts.
Reset attempt (user-level):
- Unplug the microwave for at least 5 minutes to allow internal capacitors to discharge.
- Plug it back in and check if E06 clears.
- If the error persists, do not repeatedly cycle power; further diagnosis is needed.
Technician-level checks:
- Remove the control panel and inspect the main control PCB and display board for burn marks, swollen components, or corrosion.
- Reseat ribbon cables and connectors between the display and main board.
- If available, perform a firmware reset or update according to Balay service documentation.
- Replace the control PCB if physical or functional damage is confirmed.
Because this involves low-voltage electronics rather than high-voltage, it is safer than HV work, but still should be done by a trained technician to avoid damaging the appliance.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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