Error code

GE / Microwave oven

SENSOR ERROR

Sensor cooking was interrupted by opening before steam detection or steam never arrived within the maximum sensing time.

What it means

Sensor cooking was interrupted by opening before steam detection or steam never arrived within the maximum sensing time.

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

Manufacturer guidance

  1. Keep the door closed until the countdown begins.
  2. Use Cook Time if the portion needs additional heat.
  3. Allow the manual’s five-to-ten-minute cooling interval before another sensor program.

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.