Microwave shows E8 and stops mid-cycle; sometimes accompanied by a loud buzzing or clicking noise.
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
Critical safety warning: Inverter-based microwaves contain high-frequency, high-voltage circuits that are extremely dangerous. Only trained technicians should service the inverter or magnetron.
User-level checks:
- 1. Power reset: Unplug the microwave for 10 minutes, then plug back in and test. If E8 returns immediately, internal power electronics are likely faulty.
- 2. Listen for abnormal sounds: A rapid clicking or harsh buzzing just before E8 appears suggests inverter or magnetron issues.
- 3. Visual inspection (no touching): With the cover removed by a qualified person, inspect for burnt components or connectors on the inverter board and around the magnetron.
Recommendation: Due to the complexity and danger of inverter circuits, E8 faults should be handled by an authorized Logik service center. Component-level repair is not recommended for general users.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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