Microwave fan continues to run for a long time after cooking has finished.
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: It is generally safe for the fan to run after cooking; this protects internal components.
User-level steps:
- 1. Allow time: After heavy or long cooking, allow several minutes for the fan to shut off automatically.
- 2. Improve ventilation: Ensure vents are clear and the microwave has proper clearance.
- 3. Power reset: If the fan runs indefinitely, unplug the microwave for 10 minutes, then plug back in and observe behavior.
If the fan runs continuously even when the unit is cool, the control board fan relay or temperature sensor may be faulty and should be serviced by a technician.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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