Ge Microwave Doesn T Heat
Check to ensure the door is closed firmly.
Ge microwave doesn t heat. The thermal fuse cuts off power to the microwave if the microwave overheats. Cause 1 diode the diode converts the a c power output of the transformer to d c doubling the voltage to nearly 5 000 volts. When this part doesn t work the fan and stirrer motors may still function which makes your microwave look like it is working. The door switch signals other microwave components to supply power when closed and to stop heating when open.
This high voltage powers the magnetron to heat the food. If the microwave runs but is not heating it could be one of many components. To determine if the thermal fuse has blown use a multimeter to test it for continuity. How do i change the power level on my microwave.
If the diode burns out the. The door switch can also be called an interlock switch. A new and better video update for the previous one where i explain how to fix your microwave that works but doesn t heat. Have a ge microwave question.
If your microwave oven doesn t heat you may have a problem with the high voltage diode or rectifier. Close it firmly but do not slam. Make sure the timer function was not inadvertently used. Ge microwave oven model lvm1750sm155.
Easiest fix you can find. The thermal fuse cannot be reset if the fuse is blown it must be replaced. If the fuse doesn t have continuity replace it. My microwave runs but doesn t heat.
Get up to 2000 back on select smarter cooking packages from ge profile. This confirms the engagement of the door s safety mechanisms. Our frequently asked questions page gives answers to common questions about ge microwave ovens. The high voltage diode is located near the magnetron and the high voltage capacitor so access will require removal of the cabinet.
None of these fixes should be attempted by a novice. To determine if the thermal fuse has blown use a multimeter to test it for continuity. The thermal fuse cuts off power to the microwave if the microwave overheats. The thermal fuse cannot be reset if the fuse is blown it must be replaced.
Personally i won t work on one. Microwave runs but does not heat.