The microwave door key (or door latch) ensures that the microwave door closes properly while the microwave is operating. If the door key is broken, the door will not close and the microwave will not s...
This is a bottom-mounted air filter manufactured for a microwave. The microwave air filter filters the air flowing in and out of the microwave, and traps grease from the exhaust. A dirty or clogged fi...
If you discover that the glass cooking tray in your microwave is damaged, you may have to replace it to operate the microwave properly. The glass cooking tray connects to the turntable of the microwav...
This door switch, also known as a safety switch, is a genuine OEM replacement part for microwaves. It is a safety mechanism that sends signals to the microwaves control system, telling it when the doo...
This high-voltage diode is designed for use within various makes and models of microwaves and is a genuine OEM part that converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). If you notice your ...
This is a mounting bracket for a microwave. The part is fitted between your microwave and wall to allows you to secure your appliance safely to the wall studs and install it above your range. It is ma...
This charcoal filter is used in conjunction with your microwave. This part measures to be about 9 inches wide, and 4 inches deep. The middle is charcoal colored with an outer chrome-colored boarder. T...
This incandescent lamp in your microwave lights up the interior of the appliance and the cooktop if it is positioned above your stove. This allows you to easily keep an eye on your food while it cooks...
Initially I called a Samsung recommended appliance repair outfit to fix the latch. The technician informed me that he does not fix latches. I need to buy a full new door for the microwave for $215 plus he charges $165 to come to my house. I got angry and did some research and it turned out that this is a very common problem. I ordered par
... Read moret PS4229162 "door key" $6.67 then followed the instructions on a youtube video by zimsjeep "Repair a Broken Microwave Door Latch" to install. At first I struggled a bit hooking up the spring to the frame, but then I used a slim plier to hold the spring (instead of my fingers) and that did the trick.
Removed control panel, discharged HV capacitor. Removed old diode, tested to confirm failure. Replaced part. Other than the removal of the panel swapping the part was almost as easy as replacing a light bulb.
The high voltage tired was shorted. I replaced it with a new one, but that did not solve the problem.
You can test the high voltage tired with a voltmeter and a 9 V battery. Search Search for it on YouTube.
You can also test the high voltage capacitor, the high-voltage transformer, and the magnetron with a multi met
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I tested all these high-voltage components with a low-voltage multi meter, and they all checked out OK (after replacing the diode). However the microwave still did not heat food.
When working on a microwave it is important to unplug it and also discharge the high voltage capacitor. The capacitor has a 10 megaohm resister to automatically discharge itself, but it may have failed – – so discharge it manually.