20 Most Recent Frigidaire FMT116E1B Microwave Oven Questions & Answers

I hope there were no injuries!

I'm currently working as an electronics expert witness and consultant for a law firm that specializes in nationwide consumer protection cases.

The first thing I would suggest is that if you still have the microwave, please be sure to preserve it in the state it is in, and protect it from any damage. It is very important evidence.

Also, if the fire didn't damage the model number tag inside the cooking cavity, please contact me with the model number, "FCC ID" number, and serial number.

If the tag was damaged and can't be read, hopefully you have written down at least the model number in your owner's manual or on your sales receipt?

As you and I discuss your situation, rest assured that I understand the need for privacy and confidentiality to protect your interests in this matter.

I would also suggest that you not discuss this situation with anyone except on a "need to know" basis. That's why I had you contact me directly instead of replying to you in a public forum on FixYa.

My expenses are already paid, and there will be no charge for my helping you.

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I guess you checked for power at the outlet. First unplug unit. Second hang plug where you can see that you've unplugged unit, and that you can see that it's still unplugged when you come back from whatever interruptions that will occur.
Take off the long vent above the door. That will expose the screw holding the control panel on. Remove that screw and lift the control panel straight up to expose the innards. The fuse will be a light gray or white ceramic piece with silver on the ends. Once it's out check the silver end for the amperage rating, ie 20A or 18A.
Replace with a ceramic fuse with the EXACT SAME VALUE. Still see the plug? Reverse the order to reassemble. Test run. If the fuse blows again the unit will have to be opened up for component/connection checks. The fuse will probably cost $3.00-$5.00, just so you're not suprised.

Hope this helped, and good luck.

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Appliance Parts Pros has parts for your model, but they aren't cheap.

The cover keeps food splashes and vapors out of the waveguide. Garbage in the waveguide will degrade performance and could cause magnetron failure or another fire.

If the oven has already quit working (no power), the fire opened up the oven cavity thermal cutout (that's what the part is for). A generic replacement is about $5.

Maybe you've already seen this two-year old post on the same subject.

To allow us to help you effectively (at no charge), please post a NEW problem to FixYa, and please include your brand name and the full model number from the tag in or on the unit, and very detailed symptoms, answering these questions:

- Is it dead? (meaning there is no display, no light when you open the door, and no beeps when you press a key)

- Does it run but no heat? (meaning the inside light, cooling fan, and turntable all work)

- Does it make any unusual noise?

- Is it louder or quieter than normal?

Why the "you stupid crooks" thing? You come on here looking for something for nothing, then bad mouth those who take the time to hhelp you at their expense. You are barking up the wrong tree fella. Fixya .com has an address. File your grievance with them. If you can handle the cost of postage. Now, this is free advice but it will cost me the privilage of helping those who want and need the help. Good Luck and have a happy and carefree holiday. I wish you the best the holidays can bring. Ned Cook

The owner's manual warns of the dangers of overcooking potatoes and similar foods and not to ever leave the oven unattended while it's running.

If for some reason you don't have your owner's manual, you can download Frigidaire owner's manuals and installation instructions here.

Are you looking for help to get your microwave working again?

Chances are it's just an opened flame sensor (cavity thermostat / thermal cutout / T.C.O.). Its job is to cut power if there's a fire.

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 for testing and possible replacement (like the oven cavity thermostat) 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.

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I am also looking elsewhere

The reality is that microwave ovens have gone way down in price while repairs have gone way up. Go to a Walmart or a K mart and you will find many microwaves in the 50-90 dollar range. Even if you could have your current microwave repaired it is still ten years old, well beyond it's life expectancy.

My 2021 Frigidaire also turned on by itself 2 days ago. It also got hot and would not turn off except at the breaker. After 10 minutes I turned breaker on and the microwave was still on. Turned breaker on the next morning and all good. We are afraid to leave house unless we turn breaker off. Any suggestions? Do I need a new microwave?

I would check the door switches.

The control board probably has failed.

fuses inside oven, sure. (i had to guess) all UWAVE do that when the 3 or 4 door switches CONTRADICT. this is so it does no cook a persons eyeballs.(no really ) what we do is replace them all as a set, 4x5=$20 set. I am on my 3rd set here, ( 18 year span) so i even bought a new whole spare fuse panel (behind the controller) with new switch set pre loaded.all -in- one fix. then when it fails i can replace it all in 30min flat. mine is built in fancy uwave and do not want top put in any alien Uwave here and now wood cabinets must be modified. see? good luck,

Question edited for clarity. No you can't. The turntable needs to rotate the food or the microwave energy will burn holes in your food. The rotation spreads the heat evenly throughout the food. You can test it by removing the turntable and put a plate on the base with a pound of butter on it. Microwave on full power for a minute. Notice the holes?

It sounds like you may have an issue with the plug that connects the microwave portion of your Frigidaire PLEB27M9ECD built-in oven/microwave to the electrical supply. Here are a few things you can try:

1. Check the power supply: Make sure that the oven/microwave is properly plugged into a working outlet and that the circuit breaker is not tripped.
2. Inspect the plug: Look for any visible damage on the plug and make sure that the connections are secure.
3. Check the wiring: Make sure that the wiring inside the oven/microwave is not damaged or loose.
4. Test the outlet: Using a multimeter, test the outlet to see if it's providing power.
5. Test the microwave: If you have access to a known good microwave, you can test the plug by plugging it into the known good microwave and see if it works.

If none of these solutions work, it's likely that there is an issue with the electronic control board or the plug itself, which will require professional repair. It's best to contact the manufacturer or a professional technician for repair. They will be able to diagnose the issue more accurately and repair it.

F3 means the key pad is faulty. Probably replaceable if you can find a service agent in your area/town/city/country.

Try cutting the power to it for 15 minutes to effect a power reset to the mainboard. It is still does it, you need a service call or a new one. It is a known issue. https://www.google.com/search?q=Frigidaire+Gallery+microwave.+The+internal+light+and+internal+fan+stays+on ..

The sounder is an integral part of the control board.