The microwave runs for 30 seconds and then shuts itself off and the Code F-9 shows up. What does the F-9 refer to and is it a problem that can easily be fixed?

Judy, August 2005

Hey, mine just started doing this out of the blue last night also, and I too just bought it not quite two years ago.

Did either of you get it fixed by cleaning the latch?

Sharon, June 2006

Every manufacturer I found that had a F-9 code it was a door latch fault. It is very important for a microwave oven to seal properly at the door as the oven emits microwaves that could be harmful to humans over a period.
I would take a good look at the latch, make sure it is not broken or loose, and make sure it is free from debris both on the latch and inside the door where the latch bar is.

Olivia, September 2005

My just did the same thing today! Its about 2 years old, I bought in Sept of 2003.

Alicia, August 2005