Tonja for Model Number Whirlpool MH9181XMQ-0 microwave The power has been reduced in our microwave for about a month after we smelled smoke once during its operation. Now we are getting an F7 error code after the microwave has been operating for a very short time. Can this be something other than the inverter board? It would not be worth it for us to replace the inverter board on this unit.
Answer Hello Tonya. Here are a few things to try to determine the problem for an F7 code on your microwave. Microwave will not operate (cook). F7 error code appears on the display. Electrical circuit interruption between L1 and Neutral in the microwave inverter circuit. Possible reasons: 1. Check door, hinge and cavity front alignment and adjust as needed. 2. Check the operation of all interlock switches. 3. Check over temperature protector for the magnatron. 4. Check all Cavity Thermostats for closed circuit. 5. Unplug the oven for at least 40 seconds. If this solves the problem A. Check the Cooling Fan for proper operation or blockage B. Check the resistance of the magnetron thermostat. It should be 0 Ohms, replace if necessary. 6. Check that the control cable to the 1100 watt inverter is properly connected to plug P2 on the display PCB & Adjust or Reconnect 7. If interlock switches operate correctly, replace 1100W inverter. 8. If problem persists, replace control assembly. Hope this helps. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Saturday, April 2, 2011