Indicator

GE / Microwave oven

CONTROL IS LOCKED

The touchscreen child-lock state is active, so cooking inputs are deliberately blocked.

What it means

The touchscreen child-lock state is active, so cooking inputs are deliberately blocked.

This explanation is shared only by models whose manufacturer documents the same code, meaning, and guidance.

Manufacturer guidance

  1. Hold OFF for about three seconds to release Child Lockout.
  2. If the screen stays dark afterward, touch it or press HOME before diagnosing a supply failure.

Manufacturer source

Models documented with this signal

Select your exact model below to open its manufacturer source. Manual editions and model revisions can differ.

If there is a safety risk, stop using the appliance and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.