The oven portion works fine. No error message, but microwave has ceased to work. Turntable spins, light comes on, but no sound until about 15 seconds in and then a low audible buzzing sound, and not the typical sound coming from microwave when it did work. I believe this to be the 110v model.
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You are correct the fan motor is either stuck or needs replaced.
There is no way to do this without removing the entire microwave. In case your not familiar with how microwaves work, there is a capacitor that is very large inside and can hold a charge even after it is unplugged for up to 24 hours, please take action to prevent getting shocked.
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That would be 'the primary interlock (top door switch), or its mount may be loose or cracked.
It may be a coincidence, or not. Hard to say.
Door switch
or mount trouble is usually caused by slamming the door or by opening
the
door while it's cooking without hitting the Stop pad first.
But it could be misalignment from the door work. Too bad he didn't just replace the door handle. That's such an easy job.
There are
plastic mounts inside the microwave which hold the door switches and
onto which the door latches lock when you close the door.
The screws on these
mounts may be loose. If they get too loose, the switches will not be
activated properly.
Sometimes it's
a broken tab on the switch holder, allowing the switch to rotate just
out of position. This tab
can be hard to see, since it is under the
bottom edge of the switch.
It's usually more economical and
safer to add a dab or two of hot glue to the mount to secure the
switch. Let it cool for about 30 minutes before using.
One test that sometimes
helps is to
gently lift up (and/or push down) on the door or handle as you try to
start it. If it works or tries to work, then it's a door switch mount
or
door alignment issue.
We have
the service / repair manual for this model and have uploaded it to our
site here to help you.
It will give you safety info, step by step help in disassembly, troubleshooting tips, and part numbers.
You will need the free
Acrobat Reader
to view or print it in case you don't have it already.
If you only need a
switch, you can order a universal type here for $5 postpaid.
We're
happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your
thoughtful rating of our answer.
SOURCE: oven part works fine, microwave runs but doesnt heat
bad micro switch in door handle, 79.95 for GE man to check,9.61 for the part and changed it myself
SOURCE: GE JES1358 1200 Watts Microwave oven that does not heat
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.
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.
A loud buzz, hum, or groan is usually a shorted high voltage rectifier diode,
but a sound like gurgling into an empty
coffee mug is one symptom of a failed magnetron, and yet the mag can be bad
without that sound.
Here are some links you or someone you know can use (in order given) for high
voltage section test help, but read the safety warnings first:
http://www.gallawa.com/microtech/diode.html
(if it is NOT shorted or burned looking, it's probably fine)
http://www.gallawa.com/microtech/mag_test.html
(continuity can be good even though mag is bad!)
You can find links to helpful exploded
view diagrams and part ordering help
here.
I'd recommend that your bookmark this link to your favorites.
Accessing some parts may require you to
pull the oven from the wall and remove the cover.
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 GE owner's manuals and
installation instructions
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.
If
it's within the magnetron portion of the warranty G.E. will
send you the magnetron to do it yourself. Call them at 888-239-6832.
Be persistent. You may have to speak with a supervisor.
We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful
rating of our answer.
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you have a bad door switch, probably the bottom one
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