20 Most Recent Whirlpool GH8155XJ Microwave Oven Questions & Answers

Have tried to unplug the unit for a minute in order to reset unit?

The noise is coming from the high-voltage transformer being overloaded by something shorting it out. Either the magnatron or the high-voltage capacitor and diode. Replace the capacitor and diode then if still not working, replace the magnatron. Its only affordable if you do it yourself - buy the part on EBAY - lookup "universal magnatron"
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The microwave has a safety door switches (2-3 micro switches) The door mechanism should hit these micro switches. If you can open the machine, you can see that these micro switch has a holder that you can adjust and tighten to make sure that the hook of the door should activate them.

the door switch needs adjusting recommend a service tech to do this

If the owner's manual does not address it, then some disassembly may be required. You didn't mention your model number or even your brand, but since you posted it under Whirlpool, maybe it's a Whirlpool. You can download Whirlpool owner's manuals and installation instructions here. You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here. Always be sure to unplug the oven or turn off its breaker before removing or installing the bulbs. Failure to do so may result in damage that could require circuit board repair.

It depends on your model number of course. If I has that, I could give you more than a general answer.You can find links to helpful exploded view diagrams and part ordering help here. I recommend that you bookmark that link to your favorites.Be sure to unplug the oven before removing or inserting the bulb,s or you may end up needed circuit board repair.

It's important that high-current devices like microwaves be on their own dedicated breaker.I would suspect the 20A fuse and then the oven cavity thermostats, in that order.There should be a "mini-manual" (tech sheet) hidden inside the unit behind the control panel or hidden on the left side behind the grille, which is very helpful when troubleshooting, testing, and locating components. At our Web site, we have a video available showing how to remove a typical over the range control panel assembly in under 5 minutes. You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number from the tag on the oven here.Accessing some components (such as the oven cavity thermostat) for testing and possible replacement will require you to remove the oven from the wall. If so, the installation instructions are very handy, and it's best to have two people since the microwave can be heavy and awkward. You can download Whirlpool owner's manuals and installation instructions here. We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.

That is a symptom that the magnetron circuit has failed. It the part that generates the microwaves that heat the food. Not worth fixing since the replacement part can cost as much as as a new oven. Sorry.

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"F6" on Whirlpool models means you have a shorted cook relay on the main circuit board.

We regularly repair these control panel assemblies for $39.95 postpaid nationwide. Details are here.

Or you can purchase a new circuit board (part number 8183726 (a.k.a. AP3038853) for $205.88 plus shipping from the Pros here. They're our favorite supplier.

It's actually a pretty easy do it yourself job.

At our Web site, we have a video available showing how to remove a typical over the range control panel assembly in under 5 minutes.

Next, disconnect the keypad strip as shown in the photo below, then remove the screws that hold your old circuit board in the frame.



Some connectors may have a lock.


Swap the boards and reverse the steps to reassemble.

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• Remove screws on top at front in order to remove plastic front vent grill. Some times thin screwdriver or small knife and carefully insert along the inner panel and pry the plastic up.
• The door lifts off pin hinges. Lay door flat on surface. Plastic trim snaps off with gentle prying (start at bottom middle and bottom hinge side). Then remove screws holding notched metal section with door latch. This piece will also snap out (several visible clips holding it around edges). Then remove door handle screws, Replace handle and reverse process to put back together.

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Here is a link to the installation instructions.

http://shared.whirlpoolcorp.com/assets/pdfs/literature/Installation%20Instructions%20-%208183731.pdf

The inspector is correct, air should be coming through the top louvers, although you sometimes will have a little air coming from the sides and back. Drop the microwave and see which way the blower is rotated, towards the louvers or towards the back or top. Some units also have a panel that blocks the venting from going the wrong way. Good Luck, Appliance Specialists

You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number from the tag on the oven here.

At our Web site, we have a video available showing how to remove a typical grille in seconds.

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in the top of unit is a round cover and damage is coming from here. This is serious and needs to be checked out. the cover contains a stirrer that moves waves around<<circulates them>> in this cavity probably paint is thin and allowing waves to penetrate metal of cabinet. Call manufacturer and see if there is anything they will do for you before taking it upon yourself to either get repairman or get rid of unit.stirrer is probably damaged and cabinet burned from waves.

This is not too difficult to fix for the average do-it-yourselfer.

You'll need to secure or replace the "interlock support".

You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here.

There should be a "mini-manual" hidden inside the unit behind the control panel or hidden on the left side behind the grille, which is very helpful when troubleshooting & testing.

If you don't find yours, or if you want to look at it without disassembling the oven, you can download it here.

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