This is an authentic LG charcoal filter for your microwave, sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is designed to remove odors from the air that circulate through your microwave vent. It measures approximately 11 inches in length, and 2.5 inches in width.
This bracket holds the metal or plastic flapper that closes off the exhaust duct when the fan is not running and opens when the fan turns on. If the exhaust fan on your microwave does not appear to be working, the problem may be with the damper assembly. If the damper does not open and close easily, check for any damage to the bracket, an...Read mored replace if it is damaged or faulty. This genuine OEM exhaust damper measures approximately 12 inches long by 5 inches wide.
The fuse-time delay may also be known as a line fuse or a microwave fuse, and it is a piece for your microwave. The function of this part is to shut off the microwave if there is a power surge, in order to protect your microwave from damage. You should consider having a service technician install this part as the high-voltage capacitors i...Read moren a microwave can contain a very harmful electrical charge, even when the microwave is unplugged and has been inactive for some time. The tools that would be needed to complete this installation include a Phillips screwdriver, an insulated screwdriver, and a pair of pliers.
This is a halogen lamp, or light bulb, for a microwave. The microwave light should illuminate the inside of the microwave while the door is open and while the appliance is running. If the light bulb does not illuminate, you may need to replace it. This part is sold individually. It is a common wear part and does not have a standard light ...Read morebulb base, so consider ordering a spare. This part is made of clear glass. If the glass on the existing light bulb is broken, you may need to use a pair of needle nose pliers to remove it. Be sure to handle the broken part with work gloves and disconnect power to the appliance before changing the bulb.
This genuine OEM light socket provides power to the light bulb in your microwave while holding it in place. This light socket is two pronged and the bulb should screw easily into it. If your light bulb will not light, check the bulb itself and light socket’s connection. If the socket is broken, or faulty it should be replaced immediately....Read more Make sure to remove the high-voltage capacitor from your microwave before beginning this repair.
This magnetron in your microwave creates the radiation needed for cooking or warming your food. It is located inside the main cavity, typically near the transformer or waveguide. When the magnetron becomes defective, your food may not heat up properly or heat up at all. Additionally, buzzing or humming sounds may be noticeable while the m...Read moreicrowave is in operation. With a malfunctioning magnetron, your microwave loses its primary function. To remove it, you first need to unplug your microwave from its outlet. Before touching any components, discharge the capacitor by placing a screwdriver, with an insulated handle, across the two terminals of the capacitor. Once the capacitor is discharged, replace the current magnetron by disconnecting it from any wires and removing any mounting screws or clips. This magnetron is sold individually and is supplied directly from the original equipment manufacturer.
If the turntable on your microwave does not rotate, or you can hear a grinding noise, the problem may be with the motor. The motor is typically located below the floor of the oven, and is accessed through the bottom. The motor is normally held in place with a retaining screw and will have two wires attached to it as well. If the motor is ...Read moremaking a grinding noise it will need to be replaced. If the motor does not turn, you can check for voltage or continuity with a multi-meter. Make sure the power is disconnected from your microwave before beginning this repair.
This is a micro switch, but you may also know it as a door switch and it is compatible with your microwave. The function of the micro switch is to communicate to the electronic control board of your appliance when the door is opened and closed. If this part is broken and needs replacing you will notice your timer activated but the food in...Read moreside is not being heated. This part measures to be roughly 1.5 inches long by just over half an inch wide, and it is black in color. You will find the location of this part behind the front panel of your microwave.
This spring provides tension or controlled movement within the appliance mechanism. Engineered for durability, it supports smooth operation and helps maintain proper alignment of connected components.
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One of the "night" lights burned out
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Ben from Chambersburg, PA
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Screw drivers
Unscrewed one screw that held the bulb cover over the bulb. Removed the cover, removed the bulb, inserted new bulb, replaced cover, replaced the retaining screw.
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Magnitron failed
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Joseph from WILTON, NH
A Bit Difficult
1- 2 hours
Screw drivers
Over the stove microwave installed in top cabinet row. 1. Unplug device. 2. Two people to remove from wall/cabinet (remove two, large, top mounting screws and rotate entire microwave down and off the wall mount). Should be some wood spacers between top of device and bottom of cabinet. 3. Remove screws from sheet metal cover
... Read more. 4. Remove one screw holding blowers in place and rotate out of the way, in order to gain access to 2 of 5 screws that hold the magnetron in place. 5. Unplug magnetron and remove the 5 screws. 6. Drop in new magnetron and re-assemble microwave in reverse order (steps 5-3). 7. Two people restore micro to wall/cabinet. Replace wood spacers, re-install two, large mounting screws (finger-tight). Test device. Secure the two large screws.
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Under-counter microwave light burnout
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Terrance from Titusville, FL
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
All I needed to do was replace the bulb in our microwave. But, the bulb for this unit (Kenmore Elite, which I traced to being manufactured by LG) was one I had replaced before, several times, with the closest thing I could find at the local big box stores. That bulb type matched (pin size) but wattage was a little lower which I didn't t
... Read morehink would be a problem. However, those bulbs burned out in a month or two. So, I ordered bulbs from PartSelect that were OEMs that exactly matched the original specs. So far so good. Be aware if you are replacing a microwave bulb & are not finding an exact match at your local hardware store.