Emerson Worn Membrane Keypad

Microwave keypad buttons are unresponsive or require very hard presses.

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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.

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Possible Causes

Aged membrane contacts, Moisture damage, Cracked keypad overlay, Damaged keypad ribbon cable

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the microwave.

Basic cleaning:

  • Wipe the keypad with a soft, slightly damp cloth and dry thoroughly.

Keypad replacement:

  • Remove the control panel and peel off the old membrane keypad (if separate from the panel).
  • Clean the mounting surface and install the new Emerson-compatible keypad, routing the ribbon cable correctly.
  • Reconnect the ribbon to the control board and reassemble.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Membrane Keypad
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