Written by
Nadia Okafor Appliance Care EditorPublished October 26, 2026
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Error codeE-61 (E61)
ApplianceMicrowave
The humidity sensor is behind E-61: Samsung describes it as an open humidity sensor error, listed for current-generation microwaves (displays sometimes show E61).
Samsung’s reset sequence
Unplug the microwave, or turn the circuit breaker off.
When it is wet, wait until it has dried; when it is not, pause for 60 seconds.
Bring the supply back and see whether E-61 shows again.
Code still on screen
Then it is time to request service; anything deeper stays with a technician, and the cabinet should stay closed.
Related entries
E-62, the sibling entry for a short in that sensor
For Bay Area help with a Samsung microwave that keeps showing E-61, call (415) 969-6153. You can read the Samsung microwave repair page first. Give the model number and your reset steps when you phone.
Model compatibility: Samsung reuses codes across series and model years, so E-61 (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
E-61 is Samsung's microwave code for an open humidity sensor error.
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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