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...
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 mesh air filter that works within your microwave to keep grease and other debris out of the internal components. This filter measures 6.75 inches wide by 6.37 inches tall and is 0.25 inches ...
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 is a high limit thermostat designed for use within various models of microwaves. The purpose of a high limit thermostat is to open the circuit of the appliance when the internal temperature reach...
The microwave light, or surface light lens, keeps the bulb in your microwave protected from getting cracked, scratched, and damaged. If your lens is defective or broken, or the bulb in your appliance ...
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...
The turntable tray support holds the turntable tray while allowing the tray to rotate.
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John
April 14, 2023
The microwave works fine, but the display is so dim, we can barely read it.
For model number SMH1816S
Hello John, thank you for contacting us. According to the description, the issue is most probably with the relay control board, part number PS4235753. You may need to replace the relay control board to fix the issue. Before replacing the control board, we would recommend checking the wire harness is connected properly. We hope this solves your problem!
My door will not close. I took off the trim and the spring was still attached to lift arm but it looks like where spring attaches to door is broke. Now what
For model number SMH1816S
Hi Robert, thank you for the question. Based on our research, the spring attaches to the door key in the door assembly. If the part where the spring attaches is broken, you may need to replace the door key, part number PS4229162. We hope this helps!
Our Samsung microwave started turning on when just when we would open the door. (not safe.) now, it doesn't do that it doesn't run at all. I have tried entering a cook time and all it will do is turn the interior light on. The clock and timer still work. Is this something that is fixable?
For model number SMH1816S
Hello Terrie and thanks for writing.
It certainly sounds like a faulty thermostat PS4226431 you should check for signs of damage, and replace it if needed. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime.
The microwave was smoking and now does not turn on.
For model number SMH1816S
Hello Jessica and thank you for writing.
It certainly sounds like it could be a faulty thermostat PS4226431, you should check for signs of damage, and replace it if needed. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime.
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
... Read moreer. Search for the procedures on YouTube.
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.