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Panasonic Microwave H96 error code

Difficulty: Hard · Cost: $100–$300 · Duration: Requires professional service

The H96 error means your Panasonic microwave detected a fault with the custom integrated circuit on the inverter board. The inverter IC controls the precise power delivery to the magnetron. When it fails the microwave cannot control cooking power correctly and stops operating. This requires inspection and replacement of the inverter board by an authorised service centre.

Common causes

  • Inverter custom IC has malfunctioned or failed
  • Power surge caused damage to the inverter IC
  • Inverter board has developed a hardware fault

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Stop using the microwave and unplug it

  2. 2

    Contact a qualified technician to inspect and replace the inverter board

Related Panasonic Microwave error codes

1

Cooling

The cooling fan is running to cool down the internal components — not an error

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2

Child Lock / Key Symbol / LOCK

Child lock is active — the control panel is disabled

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3

D

Demo Mode is active — the microwave will not heat

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4

E01

An internal fault was detected — the microwave requires service

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