How to Unlock a Kenmore Microwave

Some Kenmore microwave touch key control panels have a control panel lock that prevents children or others from using the microwave or altering pre-programmed settings. Additionally, the lock can prevent you from accidentally changing the settings when you’re cleaning the panel.

Typically, unlocking the microwave requires that you push a command key on the panel -- a key that controls general commands or a key specifically designed to control the locking function.

Tip

Depending on your microwave model, you may hear two or more beeps before the control panel unlocks.

1. Touch and hold the “Enter/Start,” “Start,” “Lock” or “Control Lock” key, or key that has a padlock image, on your Kenmore microwave's control panel for about five seconds.

2. Check that the word “Locked” has disappeared from the display.

3. Run the kitchen timer or a cook cycle for 10 seconds to prove that you unlocked the control panel.

The Drip Cap

• Some Kenmore microwave touch key control panels have a control panel lock that prevents children or others from using the microwave or altering pre-programmed settings.
  
• Additionally, the lock can prevent you from accidentally changing the settings when you’re cleaning the panel.