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Whirlpool Microwave display not working

If your Whirlpool microwave display is not working, start by checking whether the control panel buttons respond. When the microwave screen is blank and none of the buttons work correctly, a defective control module is the most likely cause and may need replacement. If your model does not use a separate display board, the touchpad and control panel may be defective instead. A display with missing segments or only part of the clock visible usually points to a failing display board. When the microwave display is completely dark, either the main control board or display board could be at fault. Also confirm the microwave is plugged in, test the wall receptacle with another appliance, and check the circuit breaker for an incoming power problem. If the digital display has power but remains blank, the control board may need replacement. Enter your microwave model number to find the exact replacement control module, touchpad, main control board, or display board for your Whirlpool model. Any repair that requires opening the outer cabinet requires caution because the high-voltage capacitor can store a lethal charge even after the microwave is unplugged. It must be properly discharged before interior work, so use a qualified technician if you are not familiar with capacitor discharge procedures.

01 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 - Whirlpool 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 Whirlpool microwave display not working even though it has power?
What should I check if my Whirlpool microwave screen is blank and the buttons are not working?
Why does my Whirlpool microwave display have missing segments or only part of the display works?
How do I find the correct Whirlpool microwave display or control board?
Is it safe to repair a Whirlpool microwave with a dark display myself?