Parts That Fix General Electric Microwave SCA1001KSS02 Won’t turn on
Won’t turn on is a commonly reported symptom for the SCA1001KSS02 General Electric Microwave, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your SCA1001KSS02 General Electric Microwave that will fix Won’t turn on. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!
This ceramic microwave fuse is just over an inch in length. It is white in the center, and metal on both ends. This is a 20-amp fuse, and is used to power your microwave. If the touch pad on the microwave becomes unresponsive, the microwave produces little to no heat, or the appliance simply does not turn on, it could mean that your fuse is at fault and needs to be replaced. Because this part contains an electrical charge, remember to disconnect power to the microwave unit before you begin this repair. NOTE: Before you start this repair, ensure that the microwave is unplugged, and the capacitor is discharged. A capacitor stores large amounts of electricity even after your microwave is unplugged.
Customer Repair Stories
I diagnosed the problem incorrectly: based on a previous repair.
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Ralph from Brandon, FL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
Microwave completely stopped working
First off, UNPLUG THE MICROWAVE.
The fuse is located under the plastic grill at the top of the microwave. It's held on by two screws. Once you've removed the screws and taken off the plastic grill, you go to the right side of the mic ... Read more rowave and remove another screw that holds a small metal grill in place. Removing the small metal grill is probably the toughest part of this repair. You kind of have to rock it back and forth a bit to get it to release. Once that's off, you can get to the fuse. I removed the burnt out one with a pair of needle nose pliers. I also put a small piece of cardboard under the fuse when I did this so I didn't accidentally drop it into the innards of the microwave. I did the same thing when I replaced the new fuse. I then plugged the appliance back in and made sure it worked. Once that was confirmed, I replaced both grills.
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Kim from Cliffside Park, NJ
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
This interlock switch is located in the door latch.
Customer Repair Stories
Microwave would turn on and count down, but not heating and not rotate turntable. Pressing door up would occasionally start heat.
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Michael from Ridgefield, CT
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:Less than 15 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
Microwave runs with the door open
and test to see if that solved the problem. If so then well done!!
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Thomas from Andover, NJ
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
This part is electrically designed for securing the door of the microwave while it’s in use.
Customer Repair Stories
Broken door catch
1. Remove the 2 outer screws holding the top vent in place and remove the vent (it helps to have the door open)
2. Lift the door up, pull the top of the door away from the hinge and then list it up a little more to clear the bottom hinge.
3. Lay the door on the counter and with a putty knife, work your way aro ... Read more und the perimeter of the door between the door and the inside bezel. The bezel is held in place with little tabs spaced evenly around the perimeter.
4. Once the bezel is off, the catch assembly is accessible. List it up against the spring pressure, and push it towards the outside of the door to release it from the frame.
5. Reverse procedure to install.
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Robert from Burlington, CT
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
One of the two plastic latches broke off, disabling my microwave
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Dennis S. from Fremont, OH
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers
This is the replacement monitor switch for your microwave. It is black in color and measures approximately 1 inch by ¾ of an inch. This switch monitors the door latch position of your microwave and communicates to the electronic control board whether the latch is open or closed. If the switch is damaged, your microwave may not start, even though the door latch is closed. You can check the continuity of the switch by using a multimeter. Be sure to disconnect the microwave from power before you begin this repair.
Also known as fuse.
Customer Repair Stories
All power out. No display, not operational
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Steven from Gardiner, ME
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Screw drivers
Original part was fried
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michelle from virginia beach, VA
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Difficulty Level:Difficult
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Screw drivers