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How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave

Undoubtedly, the microwave oven is one of the most convenient items we have in the home. We use it on a daily basis, but there are times when problems exist.

If you need to reset your Whirlpool microwave, you can do so by pressing the off or clear button. Everything on the display will be cleared and the microwave is reset so you can enter new information. This is the best way to back out of a mistake that was made while programming the microwave.

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Although a soft reset, such as that, may be beneficial in some cases it is not going to be the hard reset that is sometimes required. If there are issues that occur with the microwave and we need to clear it more fully, a hard reset is necessary.

Unfortunately, Whirlpool did not include a reset button on their microwave ovens. This was done on purpose because resetting a microwave can cause problems if you do it too often and they didn’t want it done unnecessarily.

In this article, we will look at how to reset a microwave so that you can get your whirlpool appliance back up and running smoothly again. You might be surprised by how many different ways it can fix the issue.

How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave

We already discussed the possibility of a soft reset, which is essentially just backing out of the programming and restarting. This is done by pressing the start/clear button, perhaps repeatedly if necessary.

If a more thorough reset is necessary, this could also be done but it has to be done properly. You need to understand at least a little about the inner workings of a microwave because there are hazards that exist and you may not know about them.

Quite simply, the way that you hard reset a Whirlpool microwave is to disconnect it from power. You can either unplug the microwave or you can turn off the circuit breaker that powers it.

When you turn off your microwave in this way, it will solve a couple of issues. First of all, it is going to reset all the settings and you will now be back to factory settings. In addition, it is going to reset many of the internal issues that may have been occurring.

Although you can reset a Whirlpool microwave in this way, you should not open your microwave and begin working on it. In most cases, working on a Whirlpool microwave is something that is best left to trained professionals.

Why is that the case?

Something that most people don’t realize about the microwave is that it is possible to still have a charge, even when it is turned off. Quite simply, it takes a lot of power to run a microwave so the amount of charge that is held could be deadly.

The charge is held in the capacitors and if you come in contact with one, it could discharge and electrocute you. The charge will dissipate over time, but it will take quite a while before the power is completely gone.

That is why it is never a good idea to open a microwave panel and begin working on it. If you don’t know where the capacitor is or if you don’t recognize the dangers, it could be a deadly problem.

Can You Reset A Whirlpool Microwave?

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If you have a Whirlpool microwave, you undoubtedly enjoy using it. It can do everything from making a pot roast to popping popcorn. There are times when problems occur, so can you just reset it and start over?

It is possible to reset a Whirlpool microwave back to factory settings. This is done by disconnecting the microwave from power and leaving it unplugged for at least five minutes before re-engaging power again. If you don’t have easy access to the receptacle, you can turn it off at the circuit breaker.

Essentially, when you reset a Whirlpool microwave in this way, it will be very similar to experiencing a power outage. When you reconnect the power again, the lights will be flashing and all of your settings will be back to where they were when you first got the microwave.

At this point, you will have to begin resetting the microwave settings, and once you get the hang of it, it really only takes a matter of minutes. Make sure you take a few extra minutes to reset the clock, which is often something that is not done properly.

Since all of the settings were reset, if you were in the middle of doing anything with the microwave, it will be back to the beginning at this point. You will have to start from scratch when it comes to programming it.

That was the way that you hard reset a Whirlpool microwave but it is also possible to do more of a soft reset. You don’t need to completely wipe out all of your settings in order to reset things and start over.

Sometimes, it’s just a matter of pressing the cancel button. Pressing the cancel or clear button will back through any steps that you have already taken.

This is a great way to undo anything that you just did. For example, if you input the wrong temperature or perhaps the wrong time, you can simply back out of it by taking a step backward and redoing it.

In essence, there are two different ways to reset your Whirlpool microwave. You have the soft reset, which simply backs it out from one step to the next and you have the hard reset, which takes it back to factory settings.

You can use either one you want at any time, and you will find that it is a convenient option that allows you to keep your Whirlpool microwave up and running as smoothly as possible.

Is There A Reset Button On A Whirlpool Microwave?

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Your Whirlpool microwave has almost everything you need to be a very convenient appliance in the kitchen. Does it also include a reset button?

There is not a Whirlpool microwave reset button included on your appliance. The microwave can be reset one step at a time by pressing the clear button or you can do a hard reset by disconnecting the microwave from power. In either case, you are backing out of the system and eventually will end up at a factory reset.

You probably are wondering why a reset button was not included on your Whirlpool microwave. Quite simply, Whirlpool does not want you to reset the microwave unnecessarily.

They provided you with a clear or cancel button that can be used to back one step at a time through any settings you have recently set. This could include anything from setting the kitchen timer to the settings for making a pot roast.

Eventually, a soft reset by pressing the clear button is going to hit a dead end. You cannot continue to press the button until you clear all of the settings, including the clock. For that, you will have to do a hard reset by disconnecting from the power.

How To Factory Reset/Hard Reset Whirlpool Microwave

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There are times when you may need to perform a hard reset on your Whirlpool microwave to get back to factory standards. There are also times when this may happen without any interaction on your part.

In order to perform a hard reset on your Whirlpool microwave, you will have to turn off the power supply to the appliance temporarily. This can be done by unplugging the microwave or by turning off the circuit breaker. Wait a few minutes before reconnecting power and it will be back to factory specs.

This type of factory reset is very rarely necessary. You may find that there are times, however, when it is needed because there are errors that are occurring. What are some of the errors that a factory reset can correct?

Error Messages – If you continue to have error messages and there is nothing you can do to fix the problem, you may just need to reset the microwave. Resetting the microwave will clear the message and if it is really a problem, the message will come back again.

Door Errors – Your Whirlpool microwave has certain settings that keep you from running a microwave if you paused after putting food inside. If you have the door closed for an extended amount of time but you pause in the middle of cooking something, the door may produce an error and you will have to clear it before you can move forward. This is for your protection but if you can’t clear it, do a factory reset.

Light – Sometimes, even the light can be fixed by doing a factory reset. This is sometimes a problem that occurs due to the control panel but factory resetting can correct the issue and get you back on your way again.

Quite simply, if you are continuing to have errors and things aren’t working properly, it’s almost always appropriate to do a hard reset. Resetting things back to factory standards can sometimes correct issues that would otherwise continue to plague the system.

How Do You Reset The Light On A Whirlpool Microwave?

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Are you having a problem with your microwave light? Is it possible to reset the light in your Whirlpool microwave?

In some cases, a problem with your Whirlpool microwave light may stem from the control panel. If the control board is experiencing problems or errors, it may not allow your light to turn on. Additionally, the light may stay on. Resetting your microwave will often correct this problem.

In order to reset your Whirlpool microwave and correct any issue leading to a light problem, you will have to disconnect it from power. This can be done by unplugging the microwave or by turning off the circuit breaker.

Essentially, you are completely clearing any of the settings that have been established in the control board. When you reestablish power, all of the settings will be back to where they were when the microwave came from the factory.

If that doesn’t work, you may have a problem with the light bulb itself. Even a new light bulb can experience problems, so it is a good idea to check into this.

Be cautious when doing any repairs to a microwave outside of some of the standard repairs that can be done without removing panels. When you remove a panel in your microwave, you are exposing yourself to potentially deadly levels of electricity.

The thing is, unplugging the microwave is going to shut off the flow of electricity but the capacitors will still hold onto a lot of power. Even up to a day later or sometimes longer, your Whirlpool microwave may hold enough charge that it could kill you.

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How To Reset Clock/Time On Whirlpool Microwave

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Your Whirlpool microwave is capable of doing many things in the kitchen. This includes telling the time, but how can you reset the clock and get it running properly?

The easiest way to reset the clock on a Whirlpool microwave is to unplug the microwave. As soon as you disconnect the microwave from the power source, the clock will reset back to zero. You can also do this by turning off the circuit breaker.

Another option is to push the clock button a few times until it goes back to factory settings, which is dashing lines. You will have to reset it from here, which serves the same purpose but is sometimes more difficult than simply unplugging it.

Most people will set their time to be a.m. or p.m. but it is also possible to set it to 24 hours. Your Whirlpool microwave can be set on a 24-hour clock by pushing the options button and following the prompts to go to a 24-hour clock.

How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave Control Board

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The control board in your Whirlpool microwave is very sophisticated. Like a computer, it can sometimes experience errors but they can be fixed with a reset.

The easiest way to reset your Whirlpool microwave and correct any errors you are experiencing with your control board is to disconnect the microwave from power. You can do this by unplugging it or by turning off the circuit breaker. Wait a few minutes or longer before plugging it back in again.

One of the reasons why resetting the microwave works to reset the control board is because it allows pent-up energy to dissipate. Although much of the energy in the microwave will dissipate, not all of it goes away quickly.

If you are performing a hard reset on your whirlpool microwave, be aware that the capacitors will hold onto a deadly amount of electricity for an extended amount of time. Just because the microwave is unplugged does not mean you can pull out the control board and begin working on it.

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How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave Display

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Is your Whirlpool microwave display giving you problems? Here are some solutions that may help.

You can correct any issues you are experiencing with your microwave display by performing a soft reset. This is done by pushing the clear or cancel button, perhaps multiple times until you back out of the problem you’re experiencing. Otherwise, you will have to perform a hard reset.

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If a soft reset does not correct your problems and it is necessary to do a hard reset, this can be done by unplugging your microwave or turning off the circuit breaker. In either case, you are shutting off the flow of power to your microwave oven and doing a hard reset.

Wait at least a few minutes before plugging the microwave back in again. This allows some of the power to dissipate so that the same issue will not occur with the display once you start the microwave again.

How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave Filter

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When the Whirlpool microwave filter needs cleaning, you will sometimes get a message. If the error message continues to stick around, can you fix it?

You can reset the filter status light by doing a hard reset of your whirlpool microwave. This is done by unplugging the microwave or turning off the circuit breaker. Since the filter status light is only typically found on over-the-range microwaves, you may need to access the plug in the cabinet above the microwave.

Another way to reset the filter status light is to press the open button, and then the clock button to scroll through the menu. Eventually, you will see the filter reset option and you can press the start button to activate it.

How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave Door Switch

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If your door switch is causing you problems with your microwave, it may need replacing. If the microwave is just saying door on the display, it may need to be reset.

Your Whirlpool microwave has a feature that causes the word door to show on the display when the door has been closed for a minimum of five minutes without the microwave start button being depressed. This keeps you from overcooking your food by accidentally starting the microwave oven.

This is a relatively easy problem to fix. In many cases, you simply open the door and close it again. This will clear the door error and allow you to begin your cycle.

Otherwise, you can disconnect the microwave from power for a few minutes by either unplugging it or turning off the circuit breaker. When you reestablish power, the error should be gone.

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How To Reset Whirlpool Microwave After Power Outage

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After a power outage, it may be necessary to reset your Whirlpool microwave. How do you do so?

There are times when an error code may appear on the microwave after a power failure. This can be cleared, in many cases, by disconnecting the microwave from power for a few minutes and then reconnecting it again.

Essentially, the error probably showed because the power only flickered. By doing a hard reset for a few minutes, you allow the entire system to go back to factory standards.

If you need to reset your Whirlpool microwave, you can do it by unplugging the appliance or turning off the circuit breaker. Wait a few minutes and plug it back in. That is a hard reset. You can also perform a soft reset by pressing the clear button multiple times to back out of any error you may be experiencing.

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