Microwave beeps continuously and displays SE; some keys may appear to be pressed by themselves.
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 first: Unplug the microwave.
Drying and cleaning:
- If SE appeared after cleaning or heavy steam, leave the door open and allow the control panel to dry for several hours.
- Wipe the panel with a dry cloth. Avoid using excessive water or spray cleaners directly on the keypad.
Ribbon connector check (for experienced DIYers):
- Remove the control panel as per your model's instructions.
- Disconnect the keypad ribbon cable from the control board, inspect for corrosion or residue, and gently clean with isopropyl alcohol if needed.
- Reconnect firmly and reassemble.
If SE returns or certain keys remain unresponsive, the keypad membrane or entire control panel assembly must be replaced with the correct Farberware part.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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