E-31
Samsung · Samsung MS19M8000AS 1.9 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave
The internal cooling fan (which cools the magnetron, control board, and other components) is not running. Without cooling fan operation, the magnetron will quickly overheat (triggering E-11). The fan may be blocked by debris, the motor may be seized, or there may be a wiring fault. Check for obstructions. Replace the fan motor if it does not spin freely.
Error E-31 on the Samsung Samsung MS19M8000AS 1.9 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave means: Cooling Fan Motor Error. The top-ranked community fix is “Replace the Cooling Fan Motor” (medium difficulty, ~45 min, DIY cost: $40-$60). 2 community-ranked fixes available below.
Published February 2026 · 2 fixes · microwave
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While many microwave repairs can be done safely at home, consider hiring a qualified technician if:
Average professional repair cost for this issue: $180-$250.
The Samsung Samsung MS19M8000AS 1.9 cu. ft. Countertop Microwave has 8 other known error codes:
Error code E-31 also appears on 1 other Samsung model:
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