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Microwave display not working

Is your microwave display not working? The control module is the most likely cause, especially if the control panel buttons are also unresponsive or operating incorrectly. If your model does not have a separate display board, a defective touchpad and control panel may be responsible. When the microwave screen is blank or the digital display is completely dark, the main control board or display board could be faulty. If only some numbers or segments are missing, the display board is more commonly at fault. Also confirm the microwave is plugged in and that the wall receptacle has power by testing it with another small appliance, then check for a tripped circuit breaker. A control board with power but no working display may need replacement. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement control module, touchpad, main control board, display board, or digital display for your microwave. If diagnosis requires opening the outer cabinet, unplug the microwave first and use extreme caution. The high-voltage capacitor can store a lethal charge even after the microwave is unplugged and must be properly discharged before interior work. If you are not familiar with capacitor discharge procedures, have a qualified technician handle the repair.

01 - Microwave Control Module

A malfunctioning display could be caused by a defective control module. Try pressing each of the buttons on the control panel. If none of the buttons are responding correctly, it is likely the control module is defective and will need to be replaced.
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02 - Microwave Touchpad and Control Panel

If the microwave does not have a separate display board, then the display not working is likely caused by a defective touchpad and control panel.
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03 - Microwave Main Control Board

If the display goes out partially, the display board is more commonly at fault. If the display isn’t working at all, either the main control board or the display board could be at fault.
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04 - Microwave Display Board

If the display isn’t working at all, either the main control board or the display board could be at fault. If the display goes out partially, the display board is more commonly at fault.
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05 - Incoming Power Problem

Confirm the microwave is plugged in and there is power at the wall receptacle. You can plug another small appliance into the receptacle to confirm there is power. If there is no power, confirm the circuit breaker has not tripped.
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06 - Microwave Control Board

Since the control board is a part of the digital display, a defective board could be responsible for a microwave display not working, if the control board has power to it but the display is not working replace the control board.
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07 - Power reset

A microwave display not working may be due to a power outage or power surge. Full operation can sometimes be restored through a power reset by either unplugging the unit's power cord for a few minutes and then plugging it back in or switching off the circuit breaker for the microwave then switching it back on.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my microwave display not working when the microwave has power?
Why is my microwave display missing segments or only partly working?
What should I check if my microwave display and buttons are not working?
How do I find the correct microwave display board or control board replacement?
Can I safely repair a microwave with a blank display myself?

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