We watched 3 other videos disassembling as you did and reassembling. 3 failures same KEYBOARD SHORTED - SERVICE MAY BE NEEDED error message each time. Then we watched your video and noticed you included cleaning the ribbon with vinegar. That was the trick the other vidoes didn't mention. We disassembled it a 4th time, cleaned the ribbon with vinegar and we're goog to go. Thank you! My wife is very happy:)
Thank you! I texted my handyman when this happened and then discovered this wonderful video, and was able to fix the microwave on my own. What a great feeling! Thank you for sharing and empowering!
Thank you so much for making this video. Save me some money forure. Got my microwave working again which made the wife a Lil sad that she wasn't getting a new one. 😂😂😂
Thankyou!I tried it and it worked ! (I had previously tried the “fixes” of pressing hard on the keypad buttons using the palm of your hand and also plugging and unplugging it.) And make sure the ribbon is placed back in securely in its holder after cleaning .
So far so good. Guess time will tell if this is a short-term fix or not. At least for now, I am not buying a new MW and not having HD or L install it. Along with tax I am looking at $425+ otherwise.
Thank you! Question: my new keypad has scratches from someone who used something too abrasive to clean it. I can order a new keypad controller assembly part but was wondering if replacing it on my own is doable? (It is less than a year since purchase but manufacturers considers it cosmetic so it will not cover.). The replacement part is about $99. Otherwise guess I need to see whether it makes sense to replace and have someone install vs buying a new microwave. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. In the video you demonstrated cleaning it by not replacing. Thank you -!!
So I haven’t replaced one myself, but yes it can be done. If the brand matches or you have some assurance that it is compatible, then I would go for it. Especially if you can return it for a refund if needed, then you really don’t have much to lose trying. Sorry couldn’t be more specific, but hoping it all works out for you!
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Some people have tried rubbing alcohol instead of vinegar, you could try that. Otherwise, you could try replacing the whole key pad panel with a new one, or it might be time for a new microwave.
there is no need to take the ribbon out to cleaning jus dip the Cotton swab in vinegar and carefully clean the ribbon taje about 10 seconds and you are good to go
UPDATE- since yesterday, the microwave has sadly reverted to the same error message on the keypad. I tried your remedy a few more times, and it's still not working. Do you have any other ideas/suggestions?
Oh too bad. You cleaned the ribbon with vinegar, right? You could try rubbing alcohol, some people have used that. If still no luck, I am afraid I have no more ideas, sorry. Fingers crossed for you 🤞
After waking up many night hearing the microwave beeping, and unplugging, this video fix is amazing!!!!
Haha you’re right the beeping in the night! We totally had that too!
We watched 3 other videos disassembling as you did and reassembling. 3 failures same KEYBOARD SHORTED - SERVICE MAY BE NEEDED error message each time. Then we watched your video and noticed you included cleaning the ribbon with vinegar. That was the trick the other vidoes didn't mention. We disassembled it a 4th time, cleaned the ribbon with vinegar and we're goog to go. Thank you! My wife is very happy:)
Awesome glad to hear it!
Thank you! I texted my handyman when this happened and then discovered this wonderful video, and was able to fix the microwave on my own. What a great feeling! Thank you for sharing and empowering!
You bet! Glad it helped!
Thanks! Thanks so much! Saved me from buying a new microwave- or even worse- dealing with American Home Shield Home Warranty!
Glad it could help! And Thank you!
American Home Shield Warranty is difficult? Glad I never got it.
Thanks!
You are very kind, thank you!
Bravo! The ribbon cleaning just brought my unit back to life. Thank you so much!
Wonderful!
Super helpful step by step instructions. Saved me $85 for the service call! Thank you 🙏🏼
Great to hear!
Thank you so much for making this video. Save me some money forure. Got my microwave working again which made the wife a Lil sad that she wasn't getting a new one. 😂😂😂
Haha glad it worked for you!
Thankyou!I tried it and it worked ! (I had previously tried the “fixes” of pressing hard on the keypad buttons using the palm of your hand and also plugging and unplugging it.) And make sure the ribbon is placed back in securely in its holder after cleaning .
Excellent!
Thank you so much! Followed your steps, it Works!
You're welcome!
This worked for me, thank you so much! Very easy to follow your video and instructions.
Glad to hear it!
Fantastic! Worked!!
Glad to hear it!
Thank you so much you helped me fix my mom’s microwave! :)
Wonderful!
Thanks man it worked!
Glad to hear it!
Works! Thank you!
Glad to hear it and thanks for commenting!
So far so good. Guess time will tell if this is a short-term fix or not. At least for now, I am not buying a new MW and not having HD or L install it. Along with tax I am looking at $425+ otherwise.
Exactly. Make it last as long as you can.
You're amazing! Fixed it, saved the day.
Haha thank you! Glad it worked!
I will surly give this a try, tks
My GE microwave is a 2010 and the screen is not visible unless the house is totally dark. Does it need a new screen/smart board? Thanks Chad
Absolutely awesome
Thank you
I was able to fix it in about 15 minutes
Excellent ❗️
Fantastic!
Looks good, thank you. But wont the vinegar corrode the contacts? Why not use alcohol?
Vinegar worked well for me. Alcohol is a good option too. Thanks!
Thank you! Question: my new keypad has scratches from someone who used something too abrasive to clean it. I can order a new keypad controller assembly part but was wondering if replacing it on my own is doable? (It is less than a year since purchase but manufacturers considers it cosmetic so it will not cover.). The replacement part is about $99. Otherwise guess I need to see whether it makes sense to replace and have someone install vs buying a new microwave. Any insight would be greatly appreciated. In the video you demonstrated cleaning it by not replacing. Thank you -!!
So I haven’t replaced one myself, but yes it can be done. If the brand matches or you have some assurance that it is compatible, then I would go for it. Especially if you can return it for a refund if needed, then you really don’t have much to lose trying. Sorry couldn’t be more specific, but hoping it all works out for you!
Exactly what was wrong. The annoying beeping has stopped finally. Thanks
You bet! Enjoy the peace and beep-free quiet!
Brother I almost went and spent 400 dollars today. I owe you a beer
Glad to hear it!
Hi, I have the Spacemaker 2.0, will this solution work on it? Mine keeps beeping ! And I cannot sleep
I believe so. Let me know if you find out differently. Totally, need to sleep!
That's what my microwave is doing I'm going to go home and take mine apart and do the same thing and I'll let you know thank you
Awesome thank you my keypad works but now it won't spin or cook
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i fixed it..as u described thank u soo much..
You're welcome!
this only worked for like 5 minutes and then stopped working again, I did it 3 times and same result. Any more suggestion
Some people have tried rubbing alcohol instead of vinegar, you could try that. Otherwise, you could try replacing the whole key pad panel with a new one, or it might be time for a new microwave.
Thank you
You're welcome
This worked! $aved me from having to get a new one plu$ installed! Thank you so much for this video!!!!
You bet!
It didnt work, tried it twice, does this mean i need a new keypad or whole new microwave? Thank you!!
If you are sure the ribbon was pushed far enough back in, then yes it sounds like you will need a new keypad or a new microwave
there is no need to take the ribbon out to cleaning jus dip the Cotton swab in vinegar and carefully clean the ribbon taje about 10 seconds and you are good to go
Thanks for the tip!
UPDATE- since yesterday, the microwave has sadly reverted to the same error message on the keypad. I tried your remedy a few more times, and it's still not working. Do you have any other ideas/suggestions?
Oh too bad. You cleaned the ribbon with vinegar, right? You could try rubbing alcohol, some people have used that. If still no luck, I am afraid I have no more ideas, sorry. Fingers crossed for you 🤞
10-15min fix. Thanks!!!
You bet!
Thanks!
Very kind thank you!
Thanks!
Thank you for the Super Thanks I appreciate you!