Indicator

GE / Microwave oven

CONTROL LOCKED

The child lock is engaged. The text appears briefly when a button or the dial is used.

What it means

The child lock is engaged. The text appears briefly when a button or the dial is used.

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

Manufacturer guidance

  1. Hold CLEAR/OFF for about three seconds to release Child Lock-Out.
  2. If the oven still cannot start, separately check power and door closure on the troubleshooting page.

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.