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...
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 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 cooking tray can also be known as a turntable tray. This tray is made of clear glass, with an outer diameter measuring approximately 13 and 1/2 inches. The tray comes with 3 round glass feet that ...
This part is the replacement flat bolt for your microwave. It is a Phillips-head screw, which is approximately 4 inches long. The main reason to replace this bolt is if your current bolt is stripped, ...
This vent damper is a genuine OEM replacement part that is compatible with various models of Samsung over-the-range microwaves with ventilation systems. It is responsible for regulating the airflow in...
This is an individual socket lamp compatible with various makes and models of microwaves. Made of plastic and featuring 2 male terminals on one end and a female socket on the other, this OEM part is d...
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.
