F4
Monogram
Shorted Temperature Sensor or Sensor Circuit
Microwave displays F4 and will not run or stops during operation, often associated with temperature or sensor cooking modes.
Advertisements
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.
Advertisements
Possible Causes
Shorted oven temperature sensor, shorted sensor harness to chassis, moisture in sensor connector, failed control board sensor input
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Unplug the unit or turn off the breaker. Allow the microwave to cool before working near the cavity or convection components.
- Inspect sensor wiring: Locate the oven temperature sensor and follow its wiring harness. Look for spots where the insulation may be rubbed through and touching metal, causing a short.
- Check sensor resistance: Disconnect the sensor and measure resistance with a multimeter. A very low resistance (near 0 Ω) or readings far from the Monogram spec indicate a shorted sensor.
- Dry connectors: If the error appeared after heavy steam use, disconnect the sensor connector, dry it thoroughly, and allow the cavity to air out. Reconnect and test.
- Replace sensor or harness: If the sensor is shorted or the harness is damaged, replace the temperature sensor / thermistor and/or sensor wiring harness with OEM Monogram parts.
- Control board: If sensor and wiring test correctly, the electronic control board sensor circuit may be shorted and require replacement.
Advertisements
Repair Difficulty
Hard
4/5
Required Part
Oven Temperature Sensor / Thermistor
Check Price on Amazon
We may earn a commission from links on this page.
Advertisements