Troubleshooting a GE Spacesaver
The GE Spacemaker microwave is designed to fit over a kitchen range, removing the microwave from the counter top to free up work space. This microwave has automatic time and defrost cycles, as well as a spinning turntable, a removable oven rack and a venting system to divert smoke and steam rising from the stove below. Common problems that arise with the microwave include problems with heating or a malfunction of the control panel, which require service visits, but many other issues can be fixed through troubleshooting. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Unplug the GE microwave if the unit will not turn on or start and then plug the power cord back into a 3-prong, grounded outlet. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker if the power cord is not accessible for a power reset. Open and close the door firmly.
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Press the “Vent Fan” button after the microwave stops cooking if the vent fan continues to blow even when the microwave is no longer cooking.
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Hold “Clear/Off” for 3 seconds if the control panel is not operating and the microwave oven will not start cooking to release the control lock function.
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Pull out the temperature probe from the wall of the microwave and then re-insert it if “Bad Probe” or “Please Insert Probe” appears on the display panel, indicating that the probe was not inserted fully.
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Wait for the microwave sensors to begin a timer for the steam function before opening the door if “Sensor Error” appears on the display during this selection. Add more cooking time if necessary for the steam process.
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Tips & Warnings
Never place metal items or utensils in the microwave: sparking, fire or other damage could occur.
