MH6140XKB2 Whirlpool Microwave - Instructions

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Replacement of hood light bulbs
2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Jerry from Pine, CO
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Unplug the microwave. Then remove the six screws that hold the lower panel which has the light bulb cover and a couple of vent filters. The light bulb sockets are on a fixture that is connected by a quick connect electrical connector. Disconnect that and the whole panel is free to access the bulbs. My bulbs were very fragile and tryin g to twist them out resulted in the glass twisitng loose with the base still in the sockets. I needed to use a needle nose pliers to remove the bases and then I replaced the bulbs and put every thing back together
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Noisy and turning plate would not turn
2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Donna from ARLINGTON, TX
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
Pulled unit out, pried the bottom plate off the unit. Mine was not screwed in, but designed to be pried off, and then replaced. That was a surprise, but not very difficult. Unscrewed the motor, unplugged the electric connection, replaced it with new part . Replaced the bottom plate and tested the machine.
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Power Went Completely Out
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  • Brittney from LUFKIN, TX
  • Very Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
The power on the microwave went completely out when I went to use it, but there was no power failure for the house or neighborhood. We removed the microwave from above the oven. Took out the screws on the sides and back of the microwave and slid the top back. The line fuse was located on top unobstructed, NOT behind the button panel li ke some microwave models. As the appliance is over 20 years old the line fuse was quite old. It was really hard to pry it out of its holder and actually broke. I used a vacuum to suck up the dust and glass and it was easier to get out the ends once the middle broke. Popped the new line fuse in, slid the top back on, put in the screws and put the microwave back in its compartment above the stove. Good as new!! We were about to spend money on a new microwave, but thankfully I came across this site. So happy I did!!

This repair was really easy. The part that took the most time was taking it down from it's compartment above the oven and putting it back up there once repaired.
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Tray got chipped on the corner
2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Mary Lee from LK FOREST PK, WA
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
ordered a new tray
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Burned out light in microwave
4 of 8 people found this instruction helpful.
  • DANNY from SAINT JOHNS, FL
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Spouse just screwed in the new bulb and reinstalled the light cover plate with the two screws. Took under a minute. Works great.
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Light over range burned out
3 of 6 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Vincent from CHICAGO, IL
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Philips screwdriver
Removed screw (1)
Removed light bulb
Put in new light bulb
Closed door to bulb compartment
Returned screw.

Pro tip! Check how many bulbs you need before ordering. Mine only needed two. I got two. I suspect I’ll buy a new microwave before new bulb burns out again. Ordering/deliv ery was fast. No need to have spare on hand.
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No problem
2 of 3 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Janet from PITTSFORD, NY
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Pliers
I had a son put in the new light bulbs. Rather simple
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Plastic latch to lock the microwave door broke.
6 of 15 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Richard from Arlington, VA
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Did an online search for repairs and found PartSelect. Simple to order the part and had it installed myself less than a week later. Thank you!!
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Would not start
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  • LENNARD from BURNSVILLE, MN
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Watched a you tube video prior to installing new switch. Followed the video which gave me confidence i was up to the task. After removing the touch pad I found my design was not exactly like the you tube model but I found the defective switch, replaced it and put the microwave back together. Works great. Again watch the videos
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Microwave light, turntable, and heat were not working
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  • John from PEORIA, AZ
  • Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Remove from cabinetry, take cover off and had a very difficult time removing the plastic form that has the switched in. Replace the lowest of all the switches, and then again very difficult time getting the plastic form back in. Some of the plastic even broke during the process but not any that could prevent it from working as it did be fore. I had ordered a fuse, 2 packs of 2 switches as there are 3 switches but only had to use 1 to get it working again. Tested after switch install, put the cover back on and reinstalled in the cabinet.
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Filter needed replacement after food burn in oven. Odor awful.
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  • Mrs Ruth V. from CHICKASHA, OK
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
After reading oven manual , used screwdriver to remove appropriate screws from behind vent. Slid vent out then cleaned vent with dish liquid. Removed old filter by simply sliding it out from easily accessed position. Inserted new filter. Replaced vent with screws. Could not have been easier, no more than fifteen minutes to complete job.Ve ry pleased to have received replacement filter in four days.
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Burned out light bulb which lit the surface of the range.
1 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Michael J from LORAIN, OH
  • Very Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
  • Screw drivers
Unscrewed glass panel, removed old bulb, cleaned glass panel and installed new bulb. Screwed panel back into place.
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Too Big Didn' Fix
0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
  • BRIGIDA from GAINESVILLE, VA
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
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. !!
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microwave plate broke
0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Cassandra from Cleveland, OH
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
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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broken
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  • John from Knoxville, TN
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
Placed in micro Great sevice. Thanks
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