KitchenAid Combination Oven Microwave Code F1 E2: microwave panel alert

What F1 E2 means

On KitchenAid combination microwave-wall ovens such as the KOCE500ESS, KOCE507ESS or KOCE900HSS, F1 E2 concerns the upper microwave cavity. It means there may be a problem with the microwave user interface, or the wiring that serves it. The lower oven may still work, but the microwave side stops accepting commands and the display shows the code.

Common causes of F1 E2

Microwave user interface not responding
Wiring between the microwave panel and its control loose
Temporary glitch in the microwave side's electronics

✓ One safe check you can try

1. Press Cancel. 2. Try the lower oven to see if only the microwave side is affected. 3. Turn the unit's breaker off for a minute and back on. 4. Wipe the microwave panel dry. 5. If F1 E2 returns, do not use the microwave and call us.

! Why to stop there

The microwave and oven halves have separate controls, and the right one has to be identified
High-voltage parts live in the microwave cavity, so opening anything is dangerous
We give a written price first and a 30-day workmanship warranty after the repair

Opening a panel yourself does not automatically cancel a manufacturer warranty, but it can cause accidental damage, and some manufacturers set their own service conditions. Check your warranty terms, or ask us, before deciding.

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F1 E2F1 E2 questions

Can I still bake in the lower oven when F1 E2 shows?

Often yes, since the code refers to the microwave cavity. Try a short bake to confirm, and avoid the microwave until it has been inspected.

What is the microwave user interface?

It is the set of keys and electronics that lets you command the microwave cavity. If it misreports, the control blocks the cycle and shows F1 E2.

Is this the same as the F2 codes?

No. The F1 E-codes for the upper cavity split into separate pieces, such as the interface, manager, relay, inverter and thermistor. E2 is the interface.