Some of the keys ( 1, 2, 3, 4,) wear working and most of the buttons wear not. I was still using the microwave but today the microwave was showing PF and no buttons worked. Could the problem be in tthe control painel, or simple cleaning will fix it. The microwave has 5 years and looks and works perfectly. The only problem would be on the keypads.
The pads actually share some of the same lines inside the touch pad. There are silver oxide traces inside there. If a trace inside breaks, it depends on which trace breaks as to what pads dont work. If a trace that is common to say pads 1,3,5,7 you would lose function of those pads. 1.....2.....3.....4......5....... it is sort of set up like that inside wher eone connects to another and so on. So lets say a line between 2 and 3 breaks then you would lose pads 3, 4, 5 and any others on that same line. Will have to replace touch pad, cannot repair.
SOURCE: Won't heat. Everything else works.
Magnatron is suspect. Need to put a voltmeter on it and see if the input (primary) side to the high-voltage transformer (big heavy iron thing in there) is getting 120Vac. Don't touch the other (high voltage) side of this transformer. If the power is there, you are looking at replacing the magnatron. Its affordable if you do it yourself - buy the part on EBAY - lookup "universal magnatron"
SOURCE: Shuts off after 2 seconds
Sadly, we hear of this over and over.
This
is due to a defective or loose magnetron causing electrical
interference and disruption in the control circuit board.
If
your magnetron was recently replaced, it may have loose mounting nuts
or bolts or maybe the wire mesh RF gasket was not installed or got
pinched.
It may also need a new high-voltage diode and stirrer, and the cavity may be affected.
Details are in their bulletin here. Even if your model is not on the list, the same problem can occur, requiring a kit.
If
you or someone you know decide to look into it, we have critical
information on safety, disassembly and door switches at our site, and
our link is at our listing here on FixYa.
There
should also 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.
You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here.
If
it's within the magnetron portion of the warranty (usually 5-9 years)
but out of the original full warranty (usually 1 year), then your
manufacturer will cover the part cost, but not the cost to visit you or
the labor charge to do the work.
They may send you a replacement magnetron. GE Customer Service is here.
We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.
SOURCE: Hotpoint RVM1425 Microwave Oven IT BEEPS, SHOWS F3 OR F4
F3 on a GE / Hotpoint
microwave means you have a shorting membrane keypad.
If and when an oven is coming on or doing anything by itself, this is very dangerous and can result in a fire.
So until it is repaired,
please leave it unplugged or leave the door
open when it's not in use, and please do not leave it running
unattended.
If you (or someone you
know) might want to replace it yourself, I have uploaded a handy guide with pictures showing you what's typically
involved.
You can find
helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full
model number here.
There
should also 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.
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.
If you would like to
have us do this repair for you, we do that for $39.95 plus part costs.
Feel free to contact me directly (and please remind me of your
full model number from the tag on the unit) for more information & help.
We're
happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful
rating of our answer.
William E. Miller, AS-EET
[email protected]
http://www.microwavedisplay.com
SOURCE: I have a buit in hotpoint microwave when you plug
contact electrician only the job can only done be whose more knowledge of electrical instruments
SOURCE: I have a Hotpoint counter saver microwave and the
Yes, it's probably a failing membrane keypad.
Since you didn't mention the model number, I have to be kind of general.
On some models, the membrane keypad has to be peeled off and a new one stuck on.
If you (or someone you
know) might want to replace it yourself, I have uploaded a handy guide with pictures showing you what's typically
involved.
On some models, the membrane keypad is not
available as a separate part, so you would have to order the control
panel frame assembly which comes with a new keypad.
In that case, you simply
move your circuit board into the new frame. That is a simple 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 strip as shown in the photo below, then remove the screws that hold your circuit board in the old frame.
You can find links to helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts
here.
I'd recommend that your bookmark this link to your favorites.
We're
happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful
rating of our answer.
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