SOURCE: my microwave is sweating
No. This is usually a sign of poor venting or air flow. It's possible that the coling fan is not circulating the air properly due to a problem with it or maybe the air vents are blocked. Also, there needs to be a couple of inches around a countertop model on all sides - especially the back - to ensure air flow. Look for buildup on the back vent grille. You can listen for the fan to be running and feel the air flow while it's running. If it's weak or not there, it needs inspection / service. A lack of air flow can cause the magnetron to overheat and be damaged. If this is a built-in model also check your air filter, air duct work and outdoor vent flap. Write back if you still have trouble.
SOURCE: kenmore elite microwave oven displays "Locked" and will not respond
My Kenmore Elite microwave (don't have the model number in front of me) also mysteriously locked its own keypad (we were sitting in an adjacent room, heard a strange beep, and got up to find the LED reading "Locked."). I pressed and held down the Stop/Clear button for ~10 seconds and it returned to normal.
SOURCE: Owners manual for Kenmore Elite Microwave Model 66462
A full
Sears/Kenmore model number has 3 digits, a dot, then 8 more digits,
such as ###.########
You can just enter your full
model number at the Sears
parts site.
On the resulting page, look to the right for the blue "View manuals"
button. Click there.
That Sears-related site has many free manuals. While the manuals they
list there are all free, they will ask you to register.
Many times, the owner's manual will have the installation instructions
inside.
If yours is not listed there for free, you would have to order it
through the Sears
parts site.
We're
happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your
thoughtful rating of our answer.
SOURCE: Kenmore Elite Advantium 120, model # 363.63693301,
You probably just have a bad primary interlock (upper door switch) or its mount is loose or broken.
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.
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.
If the switch mount is broken, 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.
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.
Most computers will open this document automatically, but you may need the free Adobe Reader.
For more on door switches & mounts, see: http://www.microwavedisplay.com/doorsw.txt
You can find
helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full
model number from the tag on the oven here.
If a switch is all you
need, we offer a universal type for only $5 postpaid which you can
order here.
But if you need any cosmetic parts, enter your full
model number at the Sears
parts site.
We're
happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your
thoughtful rating of our answer.
SOURCE: Microwave/convection oven in our fifth wheel will
looks like the timer brain has packed up on you,,
how old is it,, it may be cheeper to just replace the microwave as there not very pricy now,,there is very little inside them that you could fix your self, however,, putting your hand inside the back could kill you? so dont try it, play safe buy a new microwave insted
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Microwave Oven Basic Troubleshooting Tips
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