Error code
GE / Microwave oven
SENSOR ERROR
The door opened before sensor steam detection or steam never arrived within the allowed interval.
What it means
The door opened before sensor steam detection or steam never arrived within the allowed interval.
This explanation is shared only by models whose manufacturer documents the same code, meaning, and guidance.
Manufacturer guidance
- Keep the door closed until time counts down.
- Use Time Cook when the portion still needs heat.
- Record the food and prior oven temperature before inferring any sensor failure.
Manufacturer source
Models documented with this signal
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If there is a safety risk, stop using the appliance and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.