Written by
Maren Coleman Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeE62
ApplianceMicrowave
Meaning of E62
The oven sensor circuit on an over-the-range Whirlpool microwave has reported a shorted condition to the control board. Whirlpool points at the Sensor, the Appliance Control Board and the associated wiring.
What an owner can try
Take the microwave off power at the breaker for a full minute.
Should E62 stay on the display, plan on a technician visit. (415) 687-4102 reaches us for Whirlpool microwave help around San Francisco; mention the code, the model number and the reset outcome. The overview sits on Whirlpool microwave repair.
Model compatibility: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so E62 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
E62 reports a short in the oven sensor circuit.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your Whirlpool appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
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