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Replacement of Magnetron
I UNPLUGGED the microwave and removed the cover, using a phillips and a Torx screwdriver for the machine screws. I set these screws aside, so as not to confuse them with the later encountered screws. I photographed the magnetron to assure proper placement of the 6 phillips machine screws involved in reassembly (marking the the locations on the old magnetron would do as well. I marked the old magnetron "old", to avoid later confusion. I removed the two screws holding the shields to the magnetron. I removed 3 of the 4 screws holding the magnetron to the microwave, leaving one of the top screws. I held the magnetron securely and removed the last screw, pulling out a the part of the magnetron that penetrated the microwave. I installed the new magnetron in reverse order. One problem I encountered was locating one of the six screws, which had been pulled into the old magnetron by magnetism.
Parts Used:
Magnetron
  • Benjamin from Anchorage, AK
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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motor would start by itself when door closed
remove 4 screws from top, front louvered panel snaps out. remove 1 screw from top of keypad, keypad pivot's forward and can be removed. There is a white mounting bracket inside left. Remove two screws, one top and one bottom, bracket lifts up and out. 3 sets wires are attached, mark them with masking tape, top, center, bottom and pull out plugs. They can only attach one way. Using a very small screw tip, lift plastic latch from switch, it rotates out and is removed from the pivot pin. reassemble in reverse order after switches are replaced
Parts Used:
Door Interlock Switch Kit
  • Lewis from Loveland, CO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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cracked revolving cooking tray
OMG! I wish everything in life were so easy.....The cooking tray of our 15 year old microwave cracked and I swore it'd be impossible to find a replacement. That is until I discovered Partselect.com!!All I had to do was input the appliance brand and part I was looking for, and there is was. Thank you, Partselect.com!!
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Microwave Glass Cooking Tray
  • miriam from brookline, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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microwave plate broke
Just took the plate out the packaging & rinsed,dried and put in the oven. I was so happy I found it @partselect online& it came in the next day or two. Will definitely use them again. It was a fraction of the cost from local parts store.
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Microwave Glass Cooking Tray
  • Cassandra from Cleveland, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Microwave was running, but would not heat
I started by calling a reputable service company to diagnose my problem. The repair tech told me it was the magnetron and it was a "very difficult" repair that required two people because the over-the-range unit needed to be taken down. I asked for a detailed estimate. He quoted $550 including parts and labor. After he left, I researched the part costs on this site and realized his costs were very inflated. I purchased the magnetron for $220. It arrived at my door two days later. Installation was very easy. First, I unplugged the unit. Then, while my wife was making sure it did not fall off the wall bracket, I unscrewed the two mounting screws from the top of the cabinet. I lifted the unit down from the wall and set it on the kitchen counter. The shell needed removed from the microwave which involved about 20 screws. This provided access to the magnetron on top. The magnetron is secured by five screws and a plug. I unplugged it, unscrewed it, and removed the old part. Then, I installed the new magnetron, and tested the microwave to make sure this did the trick. It worked. I put the outer shell back on the microwave and cleaned the microwave. (This is a great opportunity to clean the areas you do not typically see!). I then remounted the unit and plugged it back in. Saved myself a bit of money so I took the family out to dinner and a movie to celebrate. Microwave was in working order for heating up left overs the next day! Thank you!!!
Parts Used:
Microwave Magnetron
  • Keith from oakdale, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Microwave would not cook
All the electrics worked on Amana microwave EXCEPT for the cooking function. Inspected the control board and found the upper switch on the door interlock was burnt. Installed new switch in minutes and everything now works fine. Unfortunately, had to purchase expensive two switch "kit" although only one switch was kaput. PartsSelect mailing was SUPER fast. Thanks for looking, Scott
Parts Used:
Door Interlock Switch Kit
  • Scott from Mickleton, NJ
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Too Big Didn' Fix
I received my glass cooking tray so fast but when I try to put in the microwave did't fix was to big,I call you today to return and very nice lady help me and told me I need to call whirlpool and explain them and already order again thank so much for all your help you have very nice people in customer service. Thank you so much again. !!
Parts Used:
Microwave Glass Cooking Tray
  • BRIGIDA from GAINESVILLE, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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burnrd out light
Removed cover and installed light
Parts Used:
Ceramic Fuse - 20 amp Microwave Light Bulb
  • Harlan from Logan, KS
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Wheel broke off the turntable assembly
Lifted up the glass plate and stuck the assembly under it ;)
Parts Used:
Turntable Assembly
  • Cheryl from Fountain Valley, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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broken
Placed in micro Great sevice. Thanks
Parts Used:
Microwave Glass Cooking Tray
  • John from Knoxville, TN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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The Microwave glass cooking tray broke
Great!! I set the new tray into the microwave and was done! This site has the best service I have ever seen! I'll be back when something else breaks, it is just a matter of time.
Parts Used:
Microwave Glass Cooking Tray
  • Larry from Severance, CO
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Several buttons on key pad did not respond.
1. Unplug power cord. 2. Remove screws holding cover in place. NOTE: The two screws on the back bottom covers have "tamper-proof" heads. If no appropriate screwdriver is available, the pin can be broken by a using a flat blade screwdriver and hammer. With the pin removed, a star bit or even an allen wrench can be used to remove the screws. 4. Remove the connectors from the control module. 5. Remove the control module and housing. 6. If not done in 4., disconnect the ribbon cable from the main board. 7. Remove the circuit board from the housing. Peel the old membrane keypad off the housing. Be sure to clean off all glue residue. 8. Remove the adhesive cover on the center part of the new keypad and CAREFULLY put it in place. You will not be able to remove it once in place so it is imperative to get it placed right the 1st time. 8. Lift the edge of the membrane and peel the cover of the adhesive around the edge. Press lightly. 9. Re-assemble in reverse order.
Parts Used:
SWTCH-MEMB
  • R. J. from Tampa, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Broken Tray ,Glass
Received my replacement Tray,Glass in only 2 days. Opened it and placed it in the Microwave. Yep, it was that easy!
Parts Used:
Glass Cooking Tray
  • Gena from ROSICLARE, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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microwave would not heat.
hardest part was taking the microwave down off of the wall to gain access to the diode. Thought if was the transformer but ended up being just a blown diode. remove and replace and bench test. that part took 15 minutes . moral of the story don't boil water under the side of the microwave that holds the electric components.
Parts Used:
Black Sleeve Diode
  • outstanding from Galena, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Motor quit working but light and timer still worked.
Since others reported similar problems and it was just the fuse we tried that first. That wasn't the problem so we ordered the Door Interlock Switch Kit. Shipping was very fast! Our microwave had 3 switches. My husband asked how to know which one to switch. I read that one person just did process of elimination. Luckily ours worked on the first change out! So happy to have stumbled across this site and not have to buy a whole new microwave.
Parts Used:
Door Interlock Switch Kit
  • Thais from La Grange, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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