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handle broken on microwave
It took a little while to figure out how to get to the screws to remove the old broken handle. Once I was able to pull off the trim from inside the door, exposing and taking out the old screws was very easy. Putting the new screws in for the new handle would have been easier if I had smaller hands, but it all worked out.
used small screwdrivers to insert behind black door hickey. pried it loose, undid screwa to old handle and SAVED them to put in new handle. Relatively easy.
We separated the inside of the microwave door from the outside in order to get to the screws. This was the most difficult part of the repair. We got the directions on how to do this from the internet. We did not find the screws too long because there were spacers with the original screws. We found the top spacer put in backwards because the original screws were shorter. After putting the spacer in correctly the screws that came with new part were fine.
My son had to replace the bulbs because the screw that holds the bulb shield was so tight that I couldn't remove it. It was too difficult for me to do it myself.
Took off the rear panel of the door as suggested by others on this site. Took out screws holding handle and saved them.While the new handle comes with screws that are too long it is not a problem. I used the old screw to fix the top of the handle but the longer screw was used with 2 washers to afix the bottom. This seems a more substantial fix as I tend to open the door with a slight twist which causes extra pressure on the bottom of the handle. I appreciated the comments on the fix by others as it gave me the coursge to do the fix. I'm happy, the wife is happy and we saved quite a bit by not having to buy a new microwave.
Used the putty knife to pry open the inside of the door, just like another gentleman did, that I read on this web site. Used the phillips head screw driver to remove the broken pieces left on the door, and replace with the new handle. Popped the back of the door in place, and finished. Very simple. Saved about $400. Love it when a plan comes together.
Getting the old bulb out of the socket was not an easy job as the factory seals the base of the bulb to the socket and for what reason I do not know. The seal has to be broken away to remove the bulb. I broke the seal with a knife and then proceeded to unscrew the bulb. The bulb at that point shattered in my hand and I was left with just the base of the bulb stuck in the socket. it took much effort to be able to work loose the base with a needle nose pliers and much sweat. The installation however went very smooth and Part Select did a fine job of sending me the right part in a very short period of time. They are a great source for any appliance part needed.
Pried off the inside of the cover, removed the broken handle with ease. When I went to screw in the new handle, I couldn't get the new screws to tighten. Turned out they were too long, so I had to use the screws from the old handle. After I figured that out, I was finished rather quickly.
Light worked, timer and control pad worked, but no turntable, no heat, no noises of any sort, just didn't start up
It was a snap using the instructions given. The key is getting into the unit. I did have to use a multimeter to find the failed switch since there are two of that type.
lights under microwave (that we use as a kitchen night light went out.
undid plate exposing bulbs. Bulbs were blown to the extent that I could not see the size or wattage. Went to website, got the data ... including how to find the model and serial number plate, entered the info, looked at the exploded drawing, ordered 2 new bulbs and 3 days later they showed up at our door FedEX.
Microwave would not turn on. Lights and fan worked fine. Before the microwave stopped completely, it would turn the microware fan on even when door was open. I read the reviews and they were exactly the same issue that others were facing. Once I opened the front panel and got to the switches it was easy to figure out which switch was bad as it was the one that was soft (When clicking it). It was hard to take it out though (it seemed stuck). So, I used a plier to yank it out. I put in the new switch and everything worked just great! I would like to thank other comments that were left on the site to make my task much easier. Thank you (to the commenters on PartsSelect), you not only saved me money, but also ensured that I learn about the microwave more and give me the confidence that I could fix it.
