Written by
Maya Ortiz Appliance Repair Content SpecialistPublished October 20, 2026
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Code overviewat a glance.
The facts for this Whirlpool error, a plain-language snapshot, and what to confirm against your model number.
E22
Error codeE22
ApplianceMicrowave
Quick answer
E22 means the thermal sensor circuit reported a short to the control board.
Model note: Whirlpool reuses codes across series and model years, so E22 may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
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What this codemay mean.
A plain-language reading of the code — always confirm against your model’s documentation.
Mean
Thermal sensor circuit reported a short.
E22 is reported when the thermal sensor circuit shows a short to the control board. As with E21, the Thermal Sensor, the Appliance Control Board or the wiring may be at fault. It is listed for over-the-range microwaves.
First step
Turn the breaker off for one minute, then on. Observe the microwave for one minute, then confirm that it works.
Los Angeles owners can phone (310) 448-6692 when E22 will not clear on a Whirlpool microwave. Tell us the model and what happened after the reset. We outline microwave service.
Stop immediately if you notice smoke, sparks, a burning smell, gas odor, or water near electrical parts.
Safe
Important
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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