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GE Microwave display not working

If your GE microwave display is not working, the control module is the most likely cause, especially when the microwave screen is dark and none of the control panel buttons respond correctly. If your model does not use a separate display board, a defective touchpad and control panel may be responsible. A display that is partially blank or missing segments more commonly points to a failed display board, while a display that is completely out may be caused by either the main control board or display board. Before replacing parts, confirm the microwave is plugged in, test the wall receptacle with another small appliance, and check for a tripped circuit breaker. If the microwave has power but the display remains off, the control board may have failed. Enter your GE microwave model number to find the exact replacement control module, touchpad, main control board, display board, or other part for your specific appliance. Repairs that require removing the outer cabinet must be handled carefully. 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, use a qualified technician.

01 - GE 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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02 - GE 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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03 - GE 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 - GE 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 - GE 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 GE microwave display not working or the screen blank?
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