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Magic Chef Shorted Keypad or Touch Panel

Microwave beeps repeatedly and displays SE; some keys may appear to be pressed by themselves (self-entry).

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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

Shorted membrane switch, Moisture or liquid behind keypad, Damaged keypad ribbon cable, Faulty control panel PCB

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug the microwave before working on the control panel.

Immediate action:

  • Unplug the unit for 5–10 minutes to see if the error clears after a reset.
  • If SE returns or random beeping continues, proceed with inspection.

Panel inspection:

  • Check for signs of liquid spills, steam damage, or cracks on the keypad surface.
  • Remove the control panel assembly and inspect the back of the keypad and ribbon cable for corrosion or burn marks.

Corrective actions:

  • If moisture is present, gently dry the area and allow the panel to air dry completely for several hours, then retest.
  • If specific keys are always shorted or the error persists, replace the membrane keypad or entire control panel assembly.
  • If a new keypad does not resolve SE, replace the touch control PCB/main control board.

Prevention: Avoid using excessive steam directly under the control panel (over-the-range models) and do not spray cleaners directly on the keypad.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Control Panel Assembly
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