Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeE61
ApplianceMicrowave
Meaning of E61
An open oven sensor circuit is the message behind E61 on a Maytag over-the-range microwave. The control board detected the break in that circuit. The sensor, the appliance control board or the associated wiring may be the problem.
Reset it
First, open the breaker(s) and give it one minute. Close them again, then observe the microwave for a minute to see whether E61 comes back. Last, check that the microwave runs.
Getting help
Maytag advises a qualified technician if E61 returns after the reset. A second appearance of the code is the cue to book that visit instead of resetting a third time.
Technician visits for a Maytag over-the-range microwave around the Bay Area start with (415) 649-2156. Details of the work are under Maytag microwave repair. Tell us the code, your model number and how the reset went.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so E61 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
The oven sensor circuit reported an open condition to the control board.
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.
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