Indicator

GE / Microwave oven

L / LOCKED

The Child Lock control state prevents accidental operation. The instructions show L at the display's far right; the troubleshooting table calls the same condition LOCKED, not a service failure.

What it means

The Child Lock control state prevents accidental operation. The instructions show L at the display's far right; the troubleshooting table calls the same condition LOCKED, not a service failure.

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

Manufacturer guidance

  1. Check whether L appears at the right edge or the display presents the locked status.
  2. Hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds to unlock the touch controls.
  3. If the status clears, select a normal program with the door fully latched.

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.