How to install a whirlpool mh6700xw - Whirlpool MH1170XS Microwave Oven

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.

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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.

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Assuming your power line voltage is okay, it would not surprise me that after 27 years, your high voltage capacitor is drying out and increasing its capacitance. This will cause variance in the high voltage output, which can stress the magnetron and increase current consumption.

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

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Whirlpool customer service is here and you can also enter your model number on that page to download your owner's manual, installation instructions, etc.

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670 watts

could be a bad mag, cap, diode,trans.

Go to;
http://shared.whirlpoolcorp.com/product_literature/search_results.jsp?searchTerm=MH1150XMQ&siteCd=WHRCOM

Click on any manual you need. Owner's, Installation etc

sears should be able to get you the installation instructions and maint manual for this also, get on line go to sears.com and look up uour microwave part number like you did and look for the manuals

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