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no heat
0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Nelia from Streamwood, IL
  • Really Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Screw drivers
unplug the unit then pull down , lot of screws are on top. open the cover . you could see the parts that need to replace on the right hand side (heavy side). disconnect wires then test the parts that need to replace by a tester to make sure that it's really broke .then unscrew part and replace .
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Microwave operated but did not heat
3 of 10 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Donald from Oak Ridge, TN
  • Easy
  • 1- 2 hours
  • Screw drivers
Initial failure of over range microwave Aug 3rd. Control Panel worked but no heat. Took to local LG authoriaed local repair place. They fixed it quickly and we re-installed it. Worked fine for 2 months then had similar failure again. Agaim took to same authorized repairer. They kept unit for 3 months but finally concluded theu could not fix it and suggested we contact LG for a partial refund. When they tested the unit during re-assembly in my presence, there was a blue flash and the fuse blew. Since we had built a custom tile mural back splash around this unit, I brought it home, ordered a number of time delay fuses new capacitor and two new high voltage diodes. However, using my Fluke DMM, I checked the existing capacitor and high voltage diode and they checked OK so I just replaced the time delay fuse. The high voltage transformer leads had 2 possible ways to connect to capacitor and diode. Tried one way, plugged unit in and turned it on, and immediatly blew the fuse. Replaced the fuse and reversed the high voltage transformer connections,amd turned unit pn, and it worked perfectly. Since we had experienced several power failures during the time of the original failure, the repairer concluded that power spikes might be at fault, so I also purchased a TrippLite ISOBAR4ULTRA 3300 Joule surge protector between wall outlet and microwave, and re-installed over range. It has worked perfectly since.
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Broke my cooking tray
4 of 35 people found this instruction helpful.
  • Carol from CLARKESVILLE, GA
  • Very Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
Did not repair. Tried ordering replacement and Whirlpool doesn't have a record of the model number on my microwave. You sent a substitute tray and it was much too large for my microwave and I had to pay to send it back.
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I didn't have a recessed drive or bit
  • Jeanne from Terlton, OK
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 1- 2 hours
  • Nutdriver, Screw drivers
We got a a carbon steel but and drilled out the stews and put in regular screws. We also had trouble getting the cover back on and ended putting 2 more screws on the left side which had none. The installation was the easiest part of the installation.
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I broke the dish in my microwave unit.
  • M. J. from Chester, NH
  • Really Easy
  • More than 2 hours
I simply went on line to Part Select, placed my order, made payment, and was astonished to see the package with a new dish sitting on my doorstep the next day.Great service.
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Motor quit working but light and timer still worked.
  • Thais from La Grange, TX
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Since others reported similar problems and it was just the fuse we tried that first. That wasn't the problem so we ordered the Door Interlock Switch Kit. Shipping was very fast! Our microwave had 3 switches. My husband asked how to know which one to switch. I read that one person just did process of elimination. Luckily ours worked on the first change out! So happy to have stumbled across this site and not have to buy a whole new microwave.
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Microwave worked intermittently
  • Robert from Palmer Lake, CO
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
The door was not engaging the micro switches properly no doubt from 10+ years of wear. The upper switch removed fairly easily but take care not to tweak the plastic brace too much or it will snap. The lower one was the tricky one. After much examination I noticed that the trick to remove it was underneath the brace. Take a butter knife (n o joke) and insert it just under the old micro switch and gently press down twisting the micro switch every so slightly til it releases. The replacements snap back in with no trouble. The microwave is working much better now, though not perfect.
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Blown light bulb
  • Steven from Redmond, WA
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers
You have to remove the cover which in my case was a little more difficult because the unit is wall mounted and has a frame around it. That was the hard part. Once the mounting frame was removed, you can remove the cover and the light bulb is on the top right side of the unit. One screw removes it and the new one pops right in. Put the cas e back on reinstall it in the wall and voila...piece of cake.
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Had to lift on the door for the microwave to run, suspected the door switches.
  • Arthur from Windham, NH
  • Easy
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Ordered the switches from Partselect, arrive in two days. Had trouble removing the plastic connectors from the old switch terminals, one of the plastic protectors broke, but was able to reuse it. It took a little figuring out how to remove the existing switches. Must push in a tab and rotate the switch on a little pin, then remove. Must b e careful not to break the plastic tabs holding the switches in place. Replaced all (3) switches at the same time. All in all it was pretty easy.
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Bulb out
  • Kenneth from Millsboro, DE
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
"PIECE OF CAKE" Removed cover,removrd bulb, replaced bulb, replaced cover. "PIECE OF CAKE" P.S. Wife is happy.
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motor would start by itself when door closed
  • Lewis from Loveland, CO
  • Really Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Screw drivers
remove 4 screws from top, front louvered panel snaps out. remove 1 screw from top of keypad, keypad pivot's forward and can be removed. There is a white mounting bracket inside left. Remove two screws, one top and one bottom, bracket lifts up and out. 3 sets wires are attached, mark them with masking tape, top, center, bottom and pull out plugs. They can only attach one way. Using a very small screw tip, lift plastic latch from switch, it rotates out and is removed from the pivot pin. reassemble in reverse order after switches are replaced
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replace light bulb and security latch
  • David from Bishopville, MD
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Screw drivers, Socket set
you will a security socket T20. this unit was installed over oven, remove trim cover,remove screws holding unit in place,I used a helper to get the unit out, once out you have to remove all the screws holding the cover on,on two of the corners they use a security hex screw so you need a special socket for that. remove the door latch switc h,take your time or you will break tab holding switch in. ask me how I know.but super glued broke piece in place and plugged wire back in.the new latch may have a second pin but look at old one and plug wires in the same way.the light bulb does not screw out so I had to purchase the entire unit.total cost under a $100.00 to do repair.
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Several numbers and feature button on touch pad did not work.
  • Robert from Oak Harbor, WA
  • A Bit Difficult
  • 30 - 60 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
Purchased #8183677 touchpad. Unplugged microwave. Removed all sheet metal screws holding the metal cover for the top and sides. The 2 lower backside screws were torx with a center pin. Rather than drill out a torx bit, I filed flats on the screws and used a pliers to remove them. Pull the cover back away from the frame. You can now see th e control panel circuit board and ribbon from the touchpad. Remove the screw from the top back of the panel and lift & pull the control module free. Release the ribbon from the clip by lifting the top portion of it. With a razor lift a corner of the old touchpad and peel it back and away. Clean any remaining adhesive with fish oil like WD40. Wash with soap, water and dry. Feed the ribbon through the slot in the frame and plug into the ribbon clip. Assure it is engaged. Remove the paper backing of the new touchpad and very carefully align to the top & side edges of the control panel. Press in place after you are sure of alignment. Reassemble in reverse order and test.
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Microwave was running, but would not heat
  • Keith from oakdale, PA
  • Easy
  • 15 - 30 mins
  • Pliers, Screw drivers
I started by calling a reputable service company to diagnose my problem. The repair tech told me it was the magnetron and it was a "very difficult" repair that required two people because the over-the-range unit needed to be taken down. I asked for a detailed estimate. He quoted $550 including parts and labor. After he left, I researc hed the part costs on this site and realized his costs were very inflated. I purchased the magnetron for $220. It arrived at my door two days later. Installation was very easy. First, I unplugged the unit. Then, while my wife was making sure it did not fall off the wall bracket, I unscrewed the two mounting screws from the top of the cabinet. I lifted the unit down from the wall and set it on the kitchen counter. The shell needed removed from the microwave which involved about 20 screws. This provided access to the magnetron on top. The magnetron is secured by five screws and a plug. I unplugged it, unscrewed it, and removed the old part. Then, I installed the new magnetron, and tested the microwave to make sure this did the trick. It worked. I put the outer shell back on the microwave and cleaned the microwave. (This is a great opportunity to clean the areas you do not typically see!). I then remounted the unit and plugged it back in. Saved myself a bit of money so I took the family out to dinner and a movie to celebrate. Microwave was in working order for heating up left overs the next day! Thank you!!!
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Too Big Didn' Fix
  • BRIGIDA from GAINESVILLE, VA
  • Really Easy
  • Less than 15 mins
I received my glass cooking tray so fast but when I try to put in the microwave did't fix was to big,I call you today to return and very nice lady help me and told me I need to call whirlpool and explain them and already order again thank so much for all your help you have very nice people in customer service. Thank you so much again. !!
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All Instructions for the KCMC
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