How to replace light bulb in Panasonic microwave model NN-S446BA.

We recommend you have an authorized service center location replace the light bulb. Authorized service centers can be found in the below link.

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This microwave's replacement countertop light is F60305H00AP. This can be obtained by going to www.panasonic.com/parts.

The instructions for replacing the bulb can be found in the below link.

http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/NNSD277SR.PDF#page=28

Hi,

Do you mean you want to replace light bulb for your microwave? If yes follow the instructions below;

1. PLEASE UNPLUG YOUR MICROWAVE!
2. Picture of your microwave with a phone or camera so that you don't forget how to assemble it back.
3. Remove the two screws that holds grill. They are located at the edge of the unit. Once the screws are out, rotate the grill forward from the top. It will pop right out.
4. Once the screws are out, rotate the grill forward from the top. The grill should pop right out.
5. Locate a small access cavity on the left.
6. Remove the screw that is located near the front of the microwave door.
7. Lift up the sheet metal floor to access the bulb. The bulb is located under the sheet metal "floor" on the left.
8. Place a flash light on the microwave floor and shine the light in the light area. This will help you see better when you replace your bulb.
9. Look for a small shiny reflector that hides the bulb. Use your two fingers to squeeze it a bit. Making sure not to bend it.
10. The bulb connection should come right out.
11. After you replaced the bulb, re secure the reflector and the sheet metal floor with the single screw. Test the bulb by plugging in your microwave.
12. Once you see that the bulb works. Unplug your microwave again and re attach the front grill. You are now done.

I hope this helps to solve your problem.

Good luck.

There is a short in the circuitry. Replace it or have a professional repair it.

Hello, I also have a Panasonic Microwave ( model NN-S 564 or 574 ?) They are very similar.
I have just removed the outer cover 5 screws ( unplug of course ) and have located the bulb holder which is a white plastic component with two clips holding the globe, pull it out and remove the two spade clips connected to the globe. The globe will come away attached to a black plastic mount. Next........do the run around to find someone who sells it.
Perth has an authorized distributer/repairer in Myaree whose details I got from Panasonic. He may sell them. otherwise I will try a couple of specialist light globe suppliers I know....PROLAMPS in Belmont and one in BALCATTA whose name escapes me but I have been there before...Hope this helps others.

Martin

microwave---NN-S335 , 800W Plate exploded , Where can I get another ? From C Carver Feb. 23 , 2009 Thanks

If you don't see an access panel inside the oven, you must remove the outer cover to find & replace the bulb. Be sure to unplug the oven first!

Many models use halogen lamps. You must not touch the new one with your bare skin as the oils will shorten the bulb life.

If you don't have your owner's manual, you can download it here: http://service.us.panasonic.com/OPERMANPDF/NNT990SA.PDF

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i had to take the entire cover off the microwave (it is held in pace by screws at back as well as the bottom). Take the busted bulb to hardware store (bunnings) or panasonic spares and replace. Note I have a slightly different models (nn9853, nn9807).
AH

First, get the bulb part #F612E4W00AP or equal. Next, you should find a few screws around a plate in the unit through which the light shows through. Carefully remove them and the glass lens. When replacing the bulb, be sure it is in securely.

This usually indicates damage to the circuit board of the control unit assembly. We repair these control units nationwide for only $32.50 postpaid. If you decide first to remove or replace the bulbs or check the sockets or wiring, please unplug the microwave first. Failure to do that is usually how the boards get damaged. If you or a friend decide to work on it, we have *critical* safety and disassembly info at our site, which is linked at our listing here on FixYa: http://tinyurl.com/yzjozk You can usually find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your base model number (without the suffix) here: http://tinyurl.com/gv383 BUT - I don't recognize NN-2501 as a valid model number. Could you confirm that? Thanks!