Had this oven for more than 15-18years. Suddenly the volume is almost mute- can hardly hear the beep when touching pads or when it beeps to mark "end". Any way to bring the volume back up?
You will most lokely need to replace the "beeper" as its components have become worn ut with time
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SOURCE: Kitchen aid microwave oven not working.
You can usually find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here: http://tinyurl.com/gv383
I'd say you have a contaminated or failing keypad or possibly residue on the boar dor where the keypad connects to the board.
Is it possible that some spray cleaner got into the controls?
I always recommend that users instead spray cleaner on a soft cloth then wipe the control panel.
Also, I always recommend non-ammonia cleaners since ammonia can crack and damage plastic.
Otherwise, the spray can get into the controls and lock it up or make it act odd.
If it does not dry out over time, it may need to be manually dried or blown out.
The keypad may be damaged or worn out, or control unit may be damaged.
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SOURCE: The beeps have become inaudible.
The beeper sound level can be adjusted. Press the BEEPER VOLUME button, then choose 0–3 for mute, medium or loud.
If that doesn't work, unplug the oven a few minutes, plug it back in, then try again.
If you don't have your owner's manual you can find and download one here:
http://www.geappliances.com/service_and_support/literature/
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SOURCE: Tappan Microwave
According to the Q&A in the manual, that's the way they should work.
If you don't have your owner's manual, you may be able to download it here: http://www.frigidaire.com/support/manuals.asp
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SOURCE: Advantium oven # SCB2000/2001 F3
F3 on a GE / Hotpoint microwave means you have a shorted keypad.
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 in standard models.
Here are specific details on your model:
To
replace the control panel, you will need to remove the microwave from
the installation. You will also have to remove the top access panel.
Before
removing the microwave from installation, disconnect all electrical
power to the oven by turning off the appropriate electrical breaker.
Here are the steps for removing the control panel:
1. Remove the oven from the cabinet or wall opening.
* CAUTION: Do not use the oven handle to lift or lower the oven. Damage
will occur.
* Be careful that electrical conduit is not caught or stressed during
removal.
* This step requires 2 people for removal. The microwave should be
grasped from the bottom and the front and rear of each side during
removal.
* Remove the 4 mounting screws located in the front oven frame.
* Carefully slide the oven forward and out.
* Lower the oven onto a protective surface for servicing.
2. Remove the top access panel. There should be 9 screw attaching the top panel.
3. Disconnect all connector plugs on the control panel. CAUTION: Be
sure to note the location and routing of wires for proper
reinstallation purposes.
4. Lift the control panel to disengage the lower hinge tabs from the chassis.
5. Remove the control panel.
You can usually 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.
If you would like to have us do this for you, we do that for $39.95 plus part costs.
We're happy to help you and we'd appreciate your
thoughtful rating of our answer.
William E. Miller, AS-EET
[email protected]
http://www.microwavedisplay.com
SOURCE: spacemaker xl (1999)low volume beep
According to the owner's manual (available here), there is a beeper volume on some models in this series. If yours has one, press it and then press 0 to 3 to control the volume (0 mutes the beeper and 3 is loudest).
If your model doesn't have the beeper volume control it's just that the beeper is going bad. They sometimes do that, getting faint or quitting entirely. You can't get a replacement beeper from GE, only the entire control circuit board.
The beeper is a piezoelectric type. Radio Shack sells a variety of beepers. If you know someone who can replace electronic components, they may have one that could be used on the board. Changing the beeper for one not the same as the original would not affect the oven's operation or safety, so that's an option. I'd do that myself if I were repairing this for a friend. But you might not be able to get a professional service shop to do this because of liability concerns. They would most likely replace the entire board.
With luck, your oven just has the volume down. Hope this has helped, and thanks for using Fixya!
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