What does MerryChef error code E101 mean?

E101 is a microwave system failure — the oven's microwave system failed to start. This typically requires a certified technician for diagnosis and repair.

What does MerryChef error code E102 mean?

E102 is a heater current fault — the heating element is drawing incorrect current. Professional service is required.

What does MerryChef error code E103 mean?

E103 indicates the oven is overheating — the electronics compartment has overheated, often due to a dirty air filter. Turn the oven off and let it cool for 30 minutes, remove and clean the air filter, ensure nothing is blocking ventilation openings, and confirm the oven is not installed too close to other heat-producing equipment. Call for service if the error returns after cleaning and cooling.

What does MerryChef error code E104 mean?

E104 indicates the magnetron or cavity has overheated. Turn the oven off immediately, clean the air filter thoroughly, allow the oven to cool for at least one hour, and restart. Call for service if the error remains after cooling.

What does MerryChef error code E105 mean?

E105 is a power supply issue — incoming voltage is too high or too low. Verify the oven is plugged into its dedicated circuit, check for tripped breakers, and turn the oven off for 5 minutes before restarting. Call for service if the error continues.

What does MerryChef error code E106 mean?

E106 means cavity temperature too high — the oven temperature has exceeded its safe operating range. Allow the oven to cool and contact FixIt Expresso if the error persists.

What does MerryChef error code E107 mean?

E107 is an internal communication error — the oven's control boards are unable to communicate properly. Turn power off for 5 minutes and restart the oven. Call for service if the error returns.

What does MerryChef error code E108 mean?

E108 is a personality module or SD card error — the oven cannot read its configuration module or SD card. Professional service is required.

What does MerryChef error code E109 mean?

E109 indicates a personality module failure — the oven's personality module is missing or invalid. Professional service is required.

What does MerryChef error code E110 mean?

E110 is a firmware version conflict — internal control boards have incompatible software versions. A technician will need to update or align firmware.

What does MerryChef error code E111 mean?

E111 is a cavity temperature sensor error — the oven cannot read the cavity temperature sensor. Professional service is required.

What does MerryChef error code E113 mean?

E113 is a microwave safety fault — the magnetron remained energized when it should have turned off. Stop using the oven and call for service immediately.

What does MerryChef error code E115 mean?

E115 is a convection fan failure — the main cooking fan is not operating correctly. Restart the oven and listen for the fan during startup, checking for unusual noises. Call for service if the fan does not run or the error returns.

What does MerryChef error code E116 mean?

E116 is a heater failure — the heating element failed to turn on. Professional service is required.

What does MerryChef error code E117 mean?

E117 indicates the magnetron has overheated and requires cooling. Allow the oven to cool completely, clean both air filters, and ensure adequate ventilation around the oven. Call for service if the error keeps returning.

Common MerryChef Problems | Error Codes E101

MerryChef Error Codes

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E103 – Oven Overheating

Most Common

Electronics compartment overheated, usually a dirty air filter.

Try: Cool 30 min · clean air filter · clear ventilation.

Returns? Call us.

E104 – Magnetron / Cavity Overheat

Microwave system or cavity overheated.

Try: Off immediately · clean air filter · cool 1 hour · restart.

Returns? Call us.

E105 – Power Supply Issue

Voltage too high or too low.

Try: Check breaker · confirm dedicated circuit · off 5 min · restart.

Returns? Call us.

E107 – Communication Error

Internal control boards aren't talking.

Try: Power off 5 min · restart.

Returns? Call us.

E115 – Convection Fan Failure

Main cooking fan isn't running right.

Try: Restart · listen for the fan on startup.

No fan or returns? Call us.

E117 – Magnetron Overheat

Microwave system overheated and needs to cool.

Try: Cool fully · clean both filters · clear ventilation.

Returns? Call us.

Call us for these

These need a technician. Note the code and call.

E101 – Microwave System Failure

Microwave system failed to start.

E102 – Heater Current Fault

Heating element drawing wrong current.

E106 – Cavity Temp Too High

Oven temperature exceeded safe range.

E108 – Personality Module / SD Card Error

Can't read configuration module or SD card.

E109 – Personality Module Failure

Personality module missing or invalid.

E110 – Firmware Version Conflict

Control boards have incompatible firmware.

E111 – Cavity Temp Sensor Error

Can't read cavity temperature sensor.

E113 – Microwave Safety Fault

Magnetron stayed on when it should have turned off. Stop using oven.

E116 – Heater Failure

Heating element failed to turn on.

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