F3E0
KitchenAid
Humidity / Steam Sensor Failure
Microwave shows F3E0 and may stop cooking prematurely or refuse to start sensor cycles.
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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
Failed humidity sensor, disconnected humidity sensor harness, shorted or open sensor wiring, contamination on sensor head
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Disconnect power before accessing internal components.
- Locate humidity sensor: On many KitchenAid over-the-range microwaves, the humidity sensor is mounted in the upper cavity area behind a small grill or cover.
- Inspect sensor and wiring: Remove the cover and check that the sensor is firmly mounted and its connector is fully seated on the harness.
- Clean sensor area: If there is heavy grease or food residue around the sensor opening, clean it gently with a damp cloth and mild detergent, then dry completely.
- Reset power: Restore power and test a sensor cook function. If F3E0 returns, the humidity sensor is likely defective.
- Replace sensor: Order the correct KitchenAid humidity sensor for your model and replace it, transferring any mounting hardware from the old sensor.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
Humidity Sensor
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