All Installation Instructions for Whirlpool Microwave UMV1160CS9

Mounting plate support edge broken

I removed the microwave to install a back splash and found the support edge on the backplate had broken off and was missing. I searched for parts for the microwave and found them on PartsSelect.com. Easy to order, and was shipped promptly.

Once the part arrived, install was simple, lining up the existing holes. The only hard part was setting the microwave up on the bracket due to the weight and awkwardness of the microwave.

Overall a very simple repair.

Parts Used:

Mounting Plate

Glen from GLIDDEN, WI
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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machine was dead.

After removing the over-the-range unit (no small feat!) I had to figure out how to open the case (good puzzle!). Capacitor had already discharged, so it was very easy to reach in, pop the old fuse and install the new one! As per your advice, I found out I was a "28%-er"! Upon re-installation, the microwave "sprang to life"!! Thanks, "Part Select"!! I was already shopping around for a new machine! (Now if you could only tell me an easier way to re-mount this heavy beast over the stove!!!)

Parts Used:

R Ceramic Fuse 20 A

Mark from Smithtown, NY
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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Charcoal Filter getting old, needed replaced

Removed the face plate above the door (2 Phillips screws.) Removed existing filter and replaced with the new one purchased. Reinstalled the face plate.

Parts Used:

Charcoal Filter

Richard L from PRESCOTT VLY, AZ
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Lightbulb burned out

Removed one screw lowered glass cover removed burned out bulb replaced with new one put glass back reinstalled screw. Dune 5 minutes back in business

Parts Used:

Light Bulb - 40W

Roland R from NORTH ANDOVER, MA
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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Charcoal Filter Replacement

This is an under the counter microwave. Simply removed the two screws holidng the vent grille on top of the unit, lift out the old charcoal filter, clean the vent fan exit surfaces then replace the filter and put the vent grille back. Be careful to not drop either of the two screws after one is installed as you will have to take the grill off and start the screw installation again unless you have a magnetic to retrieve the dropped screw. An easy five minutes at most to change.

Parts Used:

Charcoal Filter

Charles from Meridian, MS
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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On Turning on the Microwave, it was sparking, was not sure where the sparks are coming from, initially I thought mica at the end of megnatron duct could be the issue

when I opened the back cover of microwave, the diode was kind of blackish blown, since there was light bulb and fan were still working, i thought it could be problem with any one of the components like; magnatron or capacitor or diode, so first replaced the diode and mica at the end of the magnatron duct, there was problem with door switch as well. i fixed that too. Now it is working. It cooks bit faster, Wondering why?

Parts Used:

DIODE

Charcoal Filter

RaviShankar from Artesia, CA
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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Broken turntable tray

Replaced tray. No tools needed.

Parts Used:

Cook Tray

Nelson from Orlando, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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broke glass plate

Put new plate in and it was fixed

Parts Used:

Cook Tray

Thomas C from Reminderville, OH
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins

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Microwave had no electrical

I was sent the wrong fuse by you. I had to procure a fuse in another manner. Very disappointing. The repair was simple. It just took longer because of the failure to send the correct fuse.

Parts Used:

R Ceramic Fuse 20 A

Larry from HARKER HTS, TX
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers

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Burnt Out Light Bulb Replacement

Open compartment, installed bulb, closed compartment

Parts Used:

Light Bulb - 40W

alfred from summerville, SC
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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it was working fine and it stopped order a fuse and it wasn't the problem

took it to Buttermore appliance in Auburn Indiana and he changed the fan and added another fuse

Parts Used:

R Ceramic Fuse 20 A

Herb from Auburn, IN
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours

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Put the Fuse in, then plugged it in came on for a min then everything went out!!!!!

Took the front off and behind a plate was the fuse, so I replaced it for what good that did!!!

Parts Used:

R Ceramic Fuse 20 A

Stephen from SPRINGFIELD, WV
Difficulty Level:
Very Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers

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Needed a clean filter

Stood on a step stool (microwave over stove), took off the one panel,removed old filter and put in new one

Parts Used:

Charcoal Filter

Ethel from New Berlin, WI
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers

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in 2 yrs the charcoal filter had NEVER been changed and it was smelling horrible--so had to be done !

--simpley removed 2 screws, removed old filter--but had PLENTY of cleaning to do before putting in the new filter !My husband LOVES to cook and pan fry foods--it won't go that long before being replaced in the future!

Parts Used:

Charcoal Filter