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Anonymous Posted on Oct 24, 2017

Panasonic Inverter microwave, paint starting to flake under the ring.What can be done?

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I've had several microwave ovens over the years, both painted and stainless, and this is the first time I've encountered paint peeling.I've had 20 years experience in Radar systems (which a microwave is although simplified) and 20 years experience in X-ray so I am aware of the electronic and physical properties of radiation. When I started the cavity restoration I found the paint peeled off easily in two areas in the roller path (180 and 90 degrees) there was no rust so I am assuming the problem was improper prep of the cavity during manufacture. Additionally, the paint issue caused uneven wear of the rollers on the ring so the roller ring required replacement, It has been 24 hours since the bottom of the cavity was wet sanded, cleaned with acetone and painted with QB microwave oven paint and all looks good so far. The paint and roller ring were purchased from Amazon, the sandpaper and acetone from Walmart for a total cost of $50.00 plus one hour labor. The original price of the microwave in 2017 was $172.00, today that oven will cost $249.00 to replace, so if the repair holds I will have saved about $200.00 and if not lesson learned. To anonymous who said the magnetron was defective causing the paint issue , I have to disagree. A magnetron is a tuned cavity diode and will fail in three ways assuming no metal objects were placed in the cavity and the oven operated: open filament (no cooking), shorted tube (blown fuse or failed electronics) or reduced power output due to age/use. I don't have any experience in replacing a magnetron in a microwave oven because it has not been cost effective to do so unless the oven is a high end oven.

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Dont ever in future buy a microwave with a painted interior as it will always peel.......better to buy a stainless steel one.i don't know if there is a special paint you can buy but if you look on the internet you will find one.

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  • Posted on Nov 15, 2008

SOURCE: Paint off inside top of microwave exposing metal. Safe to use?

It would be dangerous to do so. Any exposed metal inside a microwave is source for sparks and is extremely hazardous. I would recommend getting the paint job done up, or even better, buy a newer model.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Nov 27, 2008

SOURCE: Okay, I've never done this

the magnetron is defective you need to send this to a shop im afraid

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  • Posted on Jun 02, 2009

SOURCE: rust under turntable of microwave can i paint it?

If the cavity metal of the oven is chipped or charred, it will have to be sanded smooth and clean and dried thoroughly.

Then you can apply some high-temperature appliance paint, available from places like Wal-Mart, Lowe's or Builder's Square.

We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.

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  • Posted on Apr 24, 2010

SOURCE: My Panasonic Inverter Genius Sensor 1250W Lights

microwave is in lock mode. How do you unlock to use?

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  • Posted on May 31, 2010

SOURCE: microwave runs for 3 seconds and stops

See if this describes what's happening:

  • Put in time, push start and unit runs for 2 seconds, relay clicks, unit goes off. Cook time on display goes off and clock time comes back. Bad upper interlock switch and charred connector
If so, see http://207.234.249.73/mwd/safety.txt , http://207.234.249.73/mwd/disassembly.txt and http://207.234.249.73/mwd/doorsw.txt

Otherwise, if the digital programmer circuit / controller does not get a feedback signal from the inverter for a period of 3 seconds, the controller will stop the cook cycle.

That may be a loose connection in the wiring between the inverter, magnetron, and/or control board, or maybe one of those components has failed.


Due to the lethal voltages used and produced in inverters, I do not recommend that an inexperienced person work on these.

You can find an authorized Panasonic servicer here.

In Canada, you can find an authorized Panasonic servicer here.

We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.

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Can I repaint the rust parts in the bottom of the micro wave oven and what kind of paint can be used?

Hello -

Yes the rusted areas inside a microwave oven can be repainted.

First, you will need appliance paint which is designated for microwave interior use. Check with your local hardware store or local home improvements store to find out what paints they sell which fit the criteria for "microwave cavity paint."

You can read directions for how to go about the project:
https://www.doityourself.com/stry/how-to-repaint-the-inside-of-a-microwave

Read the instructions through, completely, before starting on your project so you know what supplies you need to have available and what steps need to be followed before starting.

Best wishes.
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had three times replacement because of the same problem. Finally GE got me a ZE2160 SF05 model which has been have no such problem for three years.
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Paint is peeling inside the top of the microwave. Does this affect the safety or efficacy of the microwave. Can I repaint it? If so, with what?

Yes you can repaint it. Use an epoxy based paint and clean the metalwork with sand paper first.
The only health question is if you get the flaking paint in your food - yuk!
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Sparks from GE Microwave - HVM1540SN2SS

THERE SHOULD NOT BE ANY METALS IN A MICROWAVE WHEN THE UNIT IS RUNNING
If the unit paint is flaking and behind that flake is metal.. You need to throw it away or talk to your appliance guy and see if there is a speacial paint to coat the metal so you can use your MW
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Nothing special in there. As long as the paint is not flaking into the food you are ok, Be aware that bare metal could begin to arc. There is special microwave paint available but it will not match and look bad unless you redo the entire interior.
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Gas bbq grill paint is flaking off

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Paint peeling

The paint you need is called microwave cavity paint. If they don't have it at your local hardware store, you may get it at www.appliance411.com/data.php?rc=277

Be sure to sand the area first with some emory cloth to remove any loose paint flakes.
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Enamel under the glass turntable has flaked off

This is due to spills, accumulated moisture from steam / condensation, or both.

It can also be worse if your internal cooling fan is not running, or if the vents or filters are blocked or clogged.

Since the the cavity metal of the oven is chipped or charred, it will have to be sanded smooth and clean and then dried thoroughly.


Then you can apply some high-temperature appliance paint, available from places like Wal-Mart, Lowe's or Builder's Square.

Let it dry overnight with the microwave door open.

Once that's done, you should occasionally look for accumulated moisture on the floor of the oven and keep it dry.

The model number tag should tell you where it was made.

We're happy to help you with free advice and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.
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Paint off inside top of microwave exposing metal. Safe to use?

It would be dangerous to do so. Any exposed metal inside a microwave is source for sparks and is extremely hazardous. I would recommend getting the paint job done up, or even better, buy a newer model.
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