Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeF9Q1
ApplianceMicrowave
F9Q1 explained
The microwave was unable to run the function you chose. Maytag says the user interface (touch pad) or its associated wiring may be the problem. This is an over-the-range entry.
Owner reset
Power the unit down by turning its breaker or breakers off for a minute.
Turn power back on.
Observe the microwave for the next minute to learn whether F9Q1 returns.
Verify that the microwave works normally.
Code remains
Touch pad trouble is not something an owner repairs, so stop pressing keys and arrange a technician visit.
If F9Q1 stays on a Maytag microwave in San Francisco or elsewhere in the Bay Area, our Maytag microwave repair team can be reached at (415) 649-2156. Mention the code, the model number and the breaker reset you tried.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so F9Q1 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
F9Q1 means the function could not run; the touch pad (user interface) or its wiring may be faulty.
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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