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If the belt has snapped on the turntable and it is not rotating anymore, is it something that is easily fixable or do you recommend a GE repair person be called for $69
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Have you check to ensure the motor is running if yes then check the belt to ensure it is still attached to the motor and patter. If not then you will need to re-attach the belt.
If there is heat and the turntable is not working it can be due to failure of the drive, the belt or the motor or motor drive.
Check them one by one to confirm.
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You require a new turntable motor. Easy enough to fit from underneath the cavity. Ask a dealer for the turntable motor, they are relatively inexpensive.
You will need to check your belt for wear. Lift felt on platter and check belt tension. It may need replacing. To replace, simply lift platter section of the unit, taking note of the belt position. replace and your problem will be solved
The turntable system typically consists of the motor, the coupler, the turntable support with rollers, and the tray.
Here is a video of how a turntable motor should sound when you rotate it by hand.
If
yours is not set to be off via the control panel, and it won't rotate
or it sounds like it's grinding, etc., you may have a bad motor or
plastic coupler.
To
replace either, you need to unplug power, then remove the bottom cover
of the oven.
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this microwave has a turntable motor that can be accessed from under the micro.. usually a $15-30part.. put your modle number on partsdirect.com and you can see how it comes apart
Microwave turntables are belt driven from a small motor.
Usually it is the belt that needs replacement.
Unplug, and remove the outer case to inspect the belt. If it is still tight and attatched, the chances are it needs a new motor - often it's cheaper to buy a new unit.
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