Replacing Microwave Oven Light
The microwave oven light is a candelabra base
To Replace:
1.Unplug microwave oven or disconnect power.
2.Remove the 2 outer vent grille mounting screws located above the cover.
3.Tip the grille forward, then lift out to remove.
4.Lift up the bulb cover.
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1.Bulb cover
5.Replace light. Close bulb cover.
6.Reattach vent grille. Replace the mounting screws.
7.Plug in microwave oven or reconnect power.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Try the solutions suggested here first in order to avoid the cost of an unnecessary service call.
Nothing will operate
■Has a household fuse blown or has the circuit breaker tripped?
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit.
■Is the appliance wired properly? See Installation Instructions.
Oven will not operate
■Is the door completely closed? Firmly close door.
■Is a spacer (on some models) attached to the inside of the door?
Remove spacer, then firmly close door.
■Is the electronic oven control set correctly? See “Microwave Oven Control” section.
■On some models, is the Child Lock set? See “Child Lock” section.
■Is the magnetron working properly?
Try to heat 1 cup (250 mL) of cold water for 2 minutes at 100% cooking power. If water does not heat, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section.
Oven makes humming noise
■This is normal and occurs when the power supply switches the magnetron on and off.
Oven door looks wavy
■This is normal and will not affect performance.
Turntable will not operate
■Is the turntable properly in place?
Make sure turntable is
■Is the turntable support operating properly?
Remove turntable. Remove and replace turntable support. Replace turntable. Place 1 cup (250 mL) of water on the turntable, then restart oven. If it still is not working, call for service. See “Assistance or Service” section. Do not operate the oven without turntable and turntable support working properly.
Turntable rotates both directions
■This is normal and depends on motor rotation at beginning of cycle.
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