Indicator

GE / Microwave oven

LOCK / L

Child Lock-Out is active on the JE1040 control; LOCK appears briefly and L remains by the clock.

What it means

Child Lock-Out is active on the JE1040 control; LOCK appears briefly and L remains by the clock.

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

Manufacturer guidance

  1. Look for the small L or a LOCK message after pressing a key.
  2. Hold the physically labeled CLEAR/OFF key for about three seconds to unlock.
  3. If the lock clears yet cooking does not start, check door closure, cooking entry and START separately.

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.