GE Appliances · Microwaves
GE Microwave ERR / SENSOR ERROR: Drawer Sensor Cooking Interrupted
THE SHORT ANSWER
The sensor-cooking program did not detect steam as expected.
On GE drawers, ERR or SENSOR ERROR can follow no detected vapor or interrupted sensor cooking.
Check whether the drawer was opened during sensor cooking.
Do not remove microwave covers or touch internal components, even with the power disconnected.
WHAT YOU MAY NOTICE
Symptoms to record
- Display: ERR / SENSOR ERROR.
WORK THROUGH THE BASICS
Safe troubleshooting checks
Use the checkboxes to keep track as you read. Stop at any warning or step that does not match your appliance.
Press Cancel/Off.
What to noteThe interrupted sensor program is cleared.
If more heating is needed, use the model's Cook Time instructions.
What to noteHeating time is selected deliberately.
THE DETAILS MATTER
Scope & troubleshooting notes
Owner observations
Never run an empty microwave to test the reminder.
YOUR NEXT DECISION
When to stop and get help
Contact support if the fault persists.
THE EVIDENCE
Sources & verification
Our explanations are editorial summaries of the documentation below. They do not replace the instructions for your exact appliance.
- Microwave Drawer - Messages and Error Codes on the Display
GE Appliances · Manufacturer support · Checked
Meaning and owner guidance — GE US microwave drawers; not a universal meaning for conventional GE microwaves.