Error code

GE / Microwave oven

BAD PROBE

The probe is not fully seated in the wall receptacle or the probe itself is defective.

What it means

The probe is not fully seated in the wall receptacle or the probe itself is defective.

This explanation is shared only by models whose manufacturer documents the same code, meaning, and guidance.

Manufacturer guidance

  1. Reseat the probe cable firmly in the oven-wall outlet.
  2. Replace the probe if its connection is correct and BAD PROBE remains.

Manufacturer source

Models documented with this signal

Select your exact model below to open its manufacturer source. Manual editions and model revisions can differ.

If there is a safety risk, stop using the appliance and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.