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What Does Samsung Microwave SE Code Mean? How To Fix?

Microwaves are without a doubt one of the best kitchen appliances to have. However, they occasionally experience problems because they are not infallible.

On Samsung microwaves the SE error code flashed on display means “Sensor Error”. Samsung microwave SE code means your humidity sensor has shorted and needs to be replaced. To access the damaged sensor, you will need to uninstall the entire device and take off the outer casing.

We will talk about the SE error code that can occur on Samsung microwaves today. We’ll discuss the meaning of the code and how to make it work again.

What Is Samsung Microwave SE Error Code?

As previously mentioned, when the touchpad or one of the buttons is stuck in the ON position, SE code appears on the display.

The microwave typically beeps repeatedly, displays the SE code, and then refuses to operate until the door is opened and shut again.

The SE code problem may cause the microwave to operate on its own, which could allegedly cause a house fire. Therefore, until the issue has been resolved, leave the machine unplugged or the door open.

Always remember that microwave repairs can be inherently dangerous. They have internal high-voltage components that are capable of retaining a fatal electrical charge even when the device is unplugged.

To diagnose and complete any repairs on this kind of appliance if you lack experience, it is best to hire a professional.

Safety Warning

Because a microwave contains a high-voltage capacitor, fixing a microwave is riskier than fixing other home appliances. Even after the microwave has been unplugged from the power for several months, the high-voltage capacitor can still hold a fatal amount of electricity. The capacitor must be discharged in order to access internal electrical components safely.

You might be able to repair the control panel or control board without touching the high-voltage capacitor components, depending on the model of microwave and your level of microwave repair expertise, but you’d be taking a fatal electrocution risk.

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How To Resolve The SE Error Code?

Step 1. Reset Your Microwave

Before we look at the more technical causes of the SE error code, you can try to fix the issue by simply resetting your microwave.

Simply unplug your microwave from the wall and turn it back on after a few seconds.

You can use your microwave normally if the code has vanished. You must proceed to step two, though, if the code is still visible.

Step 2. Check The Control Pad

Checking the control pad comes next if resetting the microwave didn’t fix the issue. The SE code is displayed when the control pad’s buttons stop functioning. When you press the buttons on the control pad, the microwave should respond, so if it doesn’t, the control pad is likely defective. If the control pad is defective, the microwave is still lit up.

Here’s how to check the control pad:

1. Remove the microwave’s wall plug or turn it off from your fuse box.
2. The microwave cabinet needs to be removed; to do this, remove a few screws from the microwave’s back. If necessary, refer to your manual.
3. Find the control pad. The control panel, to which it is typically fastened, is connected to it by flat ribbon connectors.
4. Once found, the connection must first be tested with a multimeter to see if there is continuity. You must replace the connection component if the test yields no continuity.
5. The copper connections on the control board can then be thoroughly cleaned with an eraser and alcohol propylene by removing the ribbon cable from it.
6. You can then put the parts and microwave back together and check to see if the error code is gone. If not, you will need to replace the control panel. A parts supplier may have a new control panel that you can buy.

Here’s how to replace the control panel:

1. Switch off your microwave either from the wall or your fuse box.
2. In case you haven’t done so already, remove the microwave cabinet.
3. Find the screws holding the control panel in place, and take them out. You might also need to remove metal panels from some Samsung microwave models if they are preventing you from removing the screws from the control panel.
4. Pulling the control panel up and out of the way will allow you to remove it.
5. The wires that are attached to the control panel should be removed.
6. Install your new control panel and reattach the cables to the locations from which you removed the previous ones.
7. The microwave can then be put back together.
8. You can check to see if the error code is gone once the microwave has been put back together. If not, the control board needs to be replaced (see below).

Step 3. Replace The Control Board

A bad control board is a next component that could be the source of the error code. Send low voltages to the control pad, this component’s main function is to produce low voltages. A signal is sent to the control board when a button on the control pad is depressed. When you give the control board your command, it will then communicate that command to other parts of your microwave.

Your microwave won’t operate correctly and an error code will show up if the control panel doesn’t send out the right signals.

Because control boards are so challenging to test, your best option is to just swap them out if you’ve already checked the control pad and panel and they’re not the issue. You might be better off simply buying a new microwave, though, as they are pricey to replace.

Conclusion

Reconnect the cables and assemble the microwave once the ribbon connector and control board have been cleaned.

Replace the touchpad or control panel if the SE error continues.

Replace the main control board if the SE error persists. It is advised that a skilled professional replace the touchpad or control board due to the safety risk and difficulty of the testing and repair.