Thank you! You just diagnosed my microwave, and allowed me to fix it. I actually managed to fix the faulty switch, so it's working again now. But I've ordered new switches to replace the wonky one. Total cost = $8.99!! You just earned a new subscriber!
Thank you SO MUCH for this video! I’m a mom who has generally always been the “helper” on repair projects, but now I need to take the lead. My 11yo son and I used your video to walk through fixing our microwave. For $13 we now have a working appliance again - I’m so grateful we didn’t need to buy a whole new microwave!!
After my microwave stopped working I started shopping for a new one. That's when I realized I had a microwave/convection oven worth about $2000. I can't thank you enough for the video. I got it fixed with a fun project with my son. Thank you very much!
Thank you for the video. This fix resolved my issue. The switch was actually just loose. So didn't even need to purchase a switch. You have made me so happy. I so do appreciate you posting this video.
Thank you, spent $10 on switches and had it fixed in about 10 minutes, instead of $150ish on a new microwave. Wish i would have knew about this years ago.
Thank you so much.. I repaired my Microwave oven with your guidance. In my case, it was a a two way switch at the same location. The terminals had got heated and the button click was not very prominent. The old switch worked intermittently, replaced it with a new one and got my oven working. I was earlier too doubting one of these switches, because my overn sometime worked well, but did know exactly, which switch is for what. My oven has three door switches, one on the top and other two at the bottom. the top is for light, the centre one is for turntable and magnatron, still don't know what is the function of the third, last one. `that is a one way switch and I found it ok using my multimeter. Really appreciate your video. Great job.
Thank you very much for this video. My Dacor DCM24S had this same problem. Light and fan come one, but no turntable or heat. I followed your steps and fixed it in less than an hour. In my case, the switch was not entirely defective. I tested the switch with a multimeter and found that the switch would fail if the little orange button was pushed in all the way, but it works if you let off the button a bit. All did was shave down the little orange button about 1 to 2mm so the door mechanism would not push it in all the way, and now it works! I would also like to add, for anyone doing this, be very careful when you bend the clip that is holding the switch in. I pushed too hard and snapped off the clip. I was able to re-secure the switch by wedging a small piece of wood under it, wedged between the switch and bottom panel of the microwave interior.
Worked like a charm for my Kenmore microwave! Ordered two new switches from Amazon and replaced top and middle switch and we're back to working order. Thanks so much for the tutorial! Kept this microwave out of the landfill!
I'll add on here; thank you very much for this video. Our microwave exhibited this exact same behavior the weekend before I was going to leave on a business trip. Leaving my wife and toddler without a functioning microwave (and parent for a few days) would have been a real hassle. Was able to get everything fixed up and working again in an afternoon before the trip; I even had a spare switch in my basement in some old parts. Thank you so much for putting this together, I really appreciate it.
Just wanted to thank you. I spent $5.00 on the switch and it saved me $200. I found an easier way around the security torx screws. I used a tiny flat blade screwdriver that fit up against the protruding pin and into 2 of the 6 corners.
On the way back from a beer store along with my cart, I picked up someones microwave oven that looked about the same power rating as mine. It was located at the curb for disposal. So I took it home, and all the parts that I needed to fix my own oven were identical and still OK in this roadside trashed oven. That included micro-switches, an AC fuse, and a thermal fuse. Once these used components were installed in my oven, it was back up and working, and still is working. Total repair cost, $0.00. However, years later, the plate rotor motor stopped working. So I took the motor apart and flipped the donut shaped magnet over 180 degrees, and then reassembled the motor. The motor was fixed and has been working ever since. The donut shaped magnet has 4 notches on both sides, but only the notches on one side are being used to lock onto the center nylon gear. Only the notches on one side were worn down, so I now just used the other side instead. Total repair cost, $0.00. This stainless steal oven of mine was a store demo unit, or so they said, and so it cost me less than $45. In truth, its keyboard was only half working. So I cleaned the keyboard electrical contacts, and the keyboard has been working ever since. This oven was manufactured in 2004 and is still running in 2019.
I had it for about 6 years and I used it almost everyday, so I thought it was about time to buy a new one, but just before I buy a new one I still want to check on UA-cam. So I found your video and learned, so I ordered a part, 3 days later i replaced a bottom switch and now it works again. You saved me the money to buy a new microwave. Thanks
Thank you for the amazing video. It was the exact same switch that caused the issue on my end as well. It is back to normal after replacing it. Since I already had the microwave opened, I replaced the other two switches as well for this old microwave. Your video saved me easily $300 plus the stress. Thanks again. Please continue making such amazing videos.
Most wonderful, accurate and to the point tutorial. My Panasonic microwave gave out on me yesterday with same exact problem (light on, no turntable turning, no heating). I am gonna try to fix it this weekend. You are awesome man!!!✌️👍
Thank you so much for this video. I was able to fix my neighbor's LG microwave oven that they are about to throw or recycle. I am a very handy man but I will admit I don't know how to fix it and I told my neighbor. He told me just try and I've checked and seen a lot of videos regarding this problem but yours Sir is very educational and more appropriate and exact to the point.
Just done very well. Steps and instructions done with clarity. If you need to change a switch on your microwave and you can’t do it after(while) watching this then you really need to take it to a professional because there’s no other video that can help you. Good job poster.
Thank you, sir! My microwave did this this past week, and I decided before calling a repairman or considering buying a new microwave to check it out here. Well, $17 and 2 hours later ($10 for the switch, $7 for the key at Harbor Frieght to unlock the security screws) I now have a working microwave oven!
Wonderful explanation and visuals showing the basics of microwave switches and how to access and diagnose them. My microwave was a different make (Whirlpool) and model but the general layout and concept was similar. I replaced one switch for $8 and my eight year old microwave works like new. Saved me time and money:) Thank you!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You just saved me $500!!! I, YES- me myself and I - just repaired my microwave! I changed out the door switch, but the problem remained. I noticed the top switch connectors looked funky. I swapped out that switch as well, and we are rocking and rolling! I have an LG LMH2016ST
I’m back. I watched like 30 more vids and came bk to yours as my main reference. I opened my microwave and found the capacitor had a protective box covering and I didn’t know how to (nor did I want to) remove it. No other video had this box blocking the capacitor- I guess mine is super high tech (??). It was tempting to just remove the door switch but I used safety & refrained. I took it to repair shop and it cost $125 to replace the door switch and some wires per the repairman (I don’t know if the wires were really damaged but I obliged). I know I can buy a new microwave (and I did, several actually but none compared to this one), so It was worth it for me because I love my microwave!
Was able to fix our microwave today with a $6 part-vs $600 for a replacement! Thank you so much for the excellent video-we never could have done it without you. I called Kitchen Aid and they said it was a "throw-away appliance" and would have to buy a new one, So happy!
Thank you, Mr TightWad! These were the same symptoms that my microwave was exhibiting so I followed your instructions and BAM! $5 later mine is fixed! Mine is a different brand but it's basically the same inside. It was such an easy fix. The hardest part was getting the case off. I bought a security torx bit which fit all but 2 of the screws (?) I was able to loosen one of them with channel locks but the last one I had to saw a slot with a hack saw. It was worth the effort to fix it myself for next to no cost! Thanks again for the excellent video!
Thank you! My switch ended up being fine in terms of continuity, but I noticed that the spring was shot, so the door latching mechanism couldn't engage the switch. Finding an appliance store was the hard part 😄
Thanks! I was able to fix mine with this. My bottom switch wasn't working, I was actually able to open the switch without breaking it and saw that the metal contact was not making a good enough connection to send current through. I ended up bending the contact slightly and it now makes good contact again. Put a little glue to close the switch up and the microwave works perfectly again.
Thank you for making this video. I used your technique to remove the outer safety screws and for removing/testing/replacing the door switch; which solved my problem. Much appreciated!
Thank you for this video. I was able to fix our microwave and save a great deal of money. $7.00 spent saved hundreds. I also did the technique to remove screws and it was very easy to remove cover.
Dude? Phenomenal...All I needed to know was no rotating turntable and no heating and you solved it...easy fix for our 2008 LG...still might get a new one, but very glad to be able to take our time and actually have a working microwave. I replaced all the switches for $25, then noticed the non-working one...so have 2 extra now...I'll eventually give this one to a needy family...or we'll procrastinate and keep using this one...thanks again!
Thanks, this video immediately identified the broken component which I replaced. There was a door switch on the bottom but the actual culprit was the switch on the top. I disconnecting the wires from the switch and checking for continuity/door operation before removing the switch. By the way, the bad switch was easily identified even without a meter because the actuator tab did not extend out of the switch housing as it should.
I had a “repairman” come out and he told me I needed a new turntable motor and magnetron, $700. Cost $95 to have him come out and misdiagnosis it. So I jumped on UA-cam and saw this. Followed these instructions and $5.65 and some personal time and it fixed it. Adding just in case someone has my model - My microwave was a GE Advantium oven combo and the switch was on right if you’re facing the unit’s front and it was the lower switch too.
Thank you very much TightWad mine was the primary it was broke inside you save me big bucks My LG was 15 years old when it quit now it has a new life thanks
Great concise and safety oriented Video. The only thing I wish you'd have done was test the new Switch, so we could see what happens to the Good Switch when tested. My microwave is a cheapie Hamilton-Beach Walmart one. Everything seems to work, turntable, light, etc. except it doesn't heat. Took the top off, did as you said, discharged the condenser. There were two components, about the size of a Penny, screwed with 2 screws to the metal frame inside like grounding it, with two terminals sticking up and ganged together with wiring. On one of the terminals, on one component, was burnt, still attached, but noticeably burnt. Don't know what these are, but being burnt, I would say would be the best place to start. The 2 components look like some kind of Diodes. I did a continuity check across the two terminals on the one Diode, and there was continuity between both. Will check the other diode and see if there is continuity between both terminals and will probably give me a clue to see if the burnt one is bad. These could be some type of double fuse system. Great Video, you did a Good job. Thanks.
Thank you very much for this video. Like others in the comments, I was told my only choice was to replace it with a $1,000 (all in) replacement and I watched your video, ordered the part for $8.99 (two switches actually) and it is back running like new. My only concern is my connector was not as tight as I would have hoped and with the door shutting hard each time, I'm afraid it will work its way loose, but if so, I'll replace the connector next time and should be good to go. Thanks again as it was a huge help and savings.
Adding my thanks to you for this video! Over 10 years ago I replaced the magnetron thanks to another guy. You helped me out and saved $ because I was thinking maybe the magnetron again. Replaced the switch and we're back in business!
Thanks a lot. My wolf microwave was not turning and microwave was running no heat and turntable was not spinning. I was thinking to change turntable motor but your video gave me new angel and I checked switch found conector was out put conector back and all good 😂 Thanks for great video
Thanks for the video!!!! I did’t want to buy another switch although they are not expensive. I just ended up fixing the inside of the switch and works like brand new!!!
Thank you. I'm pretty sure the door latch switch is either going bad or was stuck from dirt. Because I just poked the outside & it started working again. But when it inevitably goes out I'll try here first instead of just getting another even though it's just an inexpensive freestanding model.
Bang on diagnosis but with mine it was the white plastic retaining part that holds the switch at 90° that had broken. Glue and small splint sorted the job. Cheers
thank you for the video. This helped me fix my GE profile microwave - the bottom (primary interlock switch) turned out to be the culprit that was causing multiple problems
I have a Café microwave. The light comes on, the timer runs down and there is a humming sound but the turntable is not turning and no heating. Do you suppose this could be the same issue?
This video is just what I needed. I had an intermittent problem. It would stop heating and turning while the time continued. The spade for the uninsulated connector has signs of arcing so it may have failed due to the poor connection. The switch definitely burned out.
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!! You saved us from having to buy a new microwave or bringing someone else into our home. This was the issue. It was an easy fix for our LG Microwave. Your video was very detailed.
My GE microwave is only 4 years only and it stopped working as the video described... I tried everything then I happened to lift the door and found it sloppy and loose on the hinge pins. It looks as if a spacer has broken on the bottom hinge pin that made the switches not meet correctly. I placed a small zip tie around that bottom hinge pin and I'm back in business! 😂
Too funny yesterday I replaced a fuse for my friends microwave because he had no power. When finished he was so excited that it fixed the power…so we thought :). After I left he went to use it and bam it didn’t work. Tomorrow I’ll be going back to replace the door switch and this time I’ll do a better test before I leave. Thanks for the great videos
Thanks! Bottom switch stuck on mine, tested bad with the meter, took it out clicked it a couple of times, tested it again and it read okay. Put it back in and it's working fine now. I'll probably pick up a switch to have on hand...or cannibalize the next comparable model I see curb shopping. LOL
Thank you. mine is an Emerson and the switch is the top one. Fortunatly once I removed the switch I was able to take it apart and cleaned it. I test it with my voltage meter before I installed it. The whole process took me 30 minutes. Thank you.
This worked awesome on my expensive Dacore microwave. It cost me $6.95 for the part on Amazon. It works great! Probably saved me $695. Thanks TightWadDIY. you are awesome
This is great, I appreciate the video I was able to fix my microwave myself and save a bunch of money. Only thing, I didn't realize how sensitive the clip is that holds in the door switch. I pushed it in to rotate the switch and it snapped right off.
Found that one of my switches weren’t working. No continuity indicator when I test it. Nor that the black switch was popping up. Brought 2 of the switches on eBay for 10$! Thank you!!
Could you please tell me what could have happened to my microwave? Yesterday I put the food in the microwave to heat it up and I heard a big explosion inside. The clock and everything else works (there is a light) but the food remained cold, not heated.
Appreciate the video. The home we purchased has a Wolf brand microwave and it has the same symptoms. Do you suppose this brand is similar in that the bottom switch could be the problem?
Thanks so much for the video. With the assistance of your video, I was able to fix my Wolf microwave. I found it interesting that some of the same components (Sharp) in your microwave are the same ones in mine. It makes you wonder if there is any real quality difference between the brands.
Great videos sir! I thought this one diagnosed it however in rewatching it, the problem is not identical. The microwave does not turn on. The light AND the turntable operate, but no function. Sound like a fuse or a door relay problem to you?
Thank you! You just diagnosed my microwave, and allowed me to fix it. I actually managed to fix the faulty switch, so it's working again now. But I've ordered new switches to replace the wonky one. Total cost = $8.99!! You just earned a new subscriber!
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
4 years later still saving families money one microwave at a time! I’ve had mine since 2004 and it gets to live another day. Thank you!
Great! I’m glad to hear it helped you!
On mine the panel works but no light or turntable or heat. Could this be my issue too?
Thank you SO MUCH for this video! I’m a mom who has generally always been the “helper” on repair projects, but now I need to take the lead. My 11yo son and I used your video to walk through fixing our microwave. For $13 we now have a working appliance again - I’m so grateful we didn’t need to buy a whole new microwave!!
After my microwave stopped working I started shopping for a new one. That's when I realized I had a microwave/convection oven worth about $2000. I can't thank you enough for the video. I got it fixed with a fun project with my son. Thank you very much!
Yes! I’m glad you found the video and were able to get it fixed! I’m also happy to hear your son helped you.
Thank you for the video. This fix resolved my issue. The switch was actually just loose. So didn't even need to purchase a switch. You have made me so happy. I so do appreciate you posting this video.
Glad it helped
Thank you, spent $10 on switches and had it fixed in about 10 minutes, instead of $150ish on a new microwave. Wish i would have knew about this years ago.
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too.
Thank you so much.. I repaired my Microwave oven with your guidance. In my case, it was a a two way switch at the same location. The terminals had got heated and the button click was not very prominent. The old switch worked intermittently, replaced it with a new one and got my oven working. I was earlier too doubting one of these switches, because my overn sometime worked well, but did know exactly, which switch is for what. My oven has three door switches, one on the top and other two at the bottom. the top is for light, the centre one is for turntable and magnatron, still don't know what is the function of the third, last one. `that is a one way switch and I found it ok using my multimeter.
Really appreciate your video. Great job.
I’m glad it worked for you too!
I just repaired my microwave by watching this video. Thank you for saving me money and what to do.
Glad I could help!
Yaaaaay! Thank you for this very helpful video! One switch bought on Amazon for less than $6, and my microwave works again.
Fantastic!
Thank you very much for this video. My Dacor DCM24S had this same problem. Light and fan come one, but no turntable or heat. I followed your steps and fixed it in less than an hour. In my case, the switch was not entirely defective. I tested the switch with a multimeter and found that the switch would fail if the little orange button was pushed in all the way, but it works if you let off the button a bit. All did was shave down the little orange button about 1 to 2mm so the door mechanism would not push it in all the way, and now it works! I would also like to add, for anyone doing this, be very careful when you bend the clip that is holding the switch in. I pushed too hard and snapped off the clip. I was able to re-secure the switch by wedging a small piece of wood under it, wedged between the switch and bottom panel of the microwave interior.
I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed. If I were you, I would go ahead and order a back up switch in case yours fails.
Worked like a charm for my Kenmore microwave! Ordered two new switches from Amazon and replaced top and middle switch and we're back to working order. Thanks so much for the tutorial! Kept this microwave out of the landfill!
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
How did you get you keenmore opened?
I'll add on here; thank you very much for this video. Our microwave exhibited this exact same behavior the weekend before I was going to leave on a business trip. Leaving my wife and toddler without a functioning microwave (and parent for a few days) would have been a real hassle. Was able to get everything fixed up and working again in an afternoon before the trip; I even had a spare switch in my basement in some old parts. Thank you so much for putting this together, I really appreciate it.
Thank you! I’m glad you found it helpful and were able to get it fixed quickly!
Just wanted to thank you. I spent $5.00 on the switch and it saved me $200.
I found an easier way around the security torx screws. I used a tiny flat blade screwdriver that fit up against the protruding pin and into 2 of the 6 corners.
That’s great! I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed. Nice idea on the security screws.
On the way back from a beer store along with my cart, I picked up someones microwave oven that looked about the same power rating as mine. It was located at the curb for disposal. So I took it home, and all the parts that I needed to fix my own oven were identical and still OK in this roadside trashed oven. That included micro-switches, an AC fuse, and a thermal fuse. Once these used components were installed in my oven, it was back up and working, and still is working. Total repair cost, $0.00. However, years later, the plate rotor motor stopped working. So I took the motor apart and flipped the donut shaped magnet over 180 degrees, and then reassembled the motor. The motor was fixed and has been working ever since. The donut shaped magnet has 4 notches on both sides, but only the notches on one side are being used to lock onto the center nylon gear. Only the notches on one side were worn down, so I now just used the other side instead. Total repair cost, $0.00. This stainless steal oven of mine was a store demo unit, or so they said, and so it cost me less than $45. In truth, its keyboard was only half working. So I cleaned the keyboard electrical contacts, and the keyboard has been working ever since. This oven was manufactured in 2004 and is still running in 2019.
You are incredibly awesome. I only wish I could do that type of repair. I'm a penny saver so I love your total cost of repairs, $0.00.
@@esthersandoval1345 definitely like it too! 😊
I had it for about 6 years and I used it almost everyday, so I thought it was about time to buy a new one,
but just before I buy a new one I still want to check on UA-cam. So I found your video and learned, so I ordered a part,
3 days later i replaced a bottom switch and now it works again.
You saved me the money to buy a new microwave. Thanks
jk That’s awesome! Thank you for sharing your story.
Thank you for the amazing video. It was the exact same switch that caused the issue on my end as well. It is back to normal after replacing it. Since I already had the microwave opened, I replaced the other two switches as well for this old microwave. Your video saved me easily $300 plus the stress. Thanks again. Please continue making such amazing videos.
That’s great! Happy to help!
Most wonderful, accurate and to the point tutorial. My Panasonic microwave gave out on me yesterday with same exact problem (light on, no turntable turning, no heating). I am gonna try to fix it this weekend. You are awesome man!!!✌️👍
I’m glad you found it helpful!
What happened? I have Panasonic.
Thank you so much for this video. I was able to fix my neighbor's LG microwave oven that they are about to throw or recycle. I am a very handy man but I will admit I don't know how to fix it and I told my neighbor. He told me just try and I've checked and seen a lot of videos regarding this problem but yours Sir is very educational and more appropriate and exact to the point.
Gutzie Gutz Thank you for the kind comment. I’m a teacher by trade so I try to apply those skills when making easy to understand videos.
Just done very well. Steps and instructions done with clarity. If you need to change a switch on your microwave and you can’t do it after(while) watching this then you really need to take it to a professional because there’s no other video that can help you. Good job poster.
RVCJJ3J Thank you for your kind comment. I try to stay on topic and provide clear instructions in all of my videos. Be sure to subscribe.
Thank you, sir! My microwave did this this past week, and I decided before calling a repairman or considering buying a new microwave to check it out here. Well, $17 and 2 hours later ($10 for the switch, $7 for the key at Harbor Frieght to unlock the security screws) I now have a working microwave oven!
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
My wife found your video on how to fix this problem and it worked like a charm ! Thanks for helping out the common man !
Great! I’m glad you were able to get it fixed.
Wonderful explanation and visuals showing the basics of microwave switches and how to access and diagnose them. My microwave was a different make (Whirlpool) and model but the general layout and concept was similar. I replaced one switch for $8 and my eight year old microwave works like new. Saved me time and money:) Thank you!
Thank you for the thoughtful comment. I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed too! Be sure to subscribe.
Thanks so much, all I did was play with the switch a little and it worked
That’s great! I’d go ahead and order one just in case.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! You just saved me $500!!! I, YES- me myself and I - just repaired my microwave! I changed out the door switch, but the problem remained. I noticed the top switch connectors looked funky. I swapped out that switch as well, and we are rocking and rolling! I have an LG LMH2016ST
Lola Lewis That’s awesome! I’m so happy to hear you persevered and fixed it!
Thank you so much ,you just saved my relationship
Glad I could help
Hey - I followed your video tutorial and repaired my microwave for $6.50. You’re the best!
Steven Greener That’s great! I’m glad you found the video. Be sure to subscribe!
I’m back. I watched like 30 more vids and came bk to yours as my main reference. I opened my microwave and found the capacitor had a protective box covering and I didn’t know how to (nor did I want to) remove it. No other video had this box blocking the capacitor- I guess mine is super high tech (??).
It was tempting to just remove the door switch but I used safety & refrained. I took it to repair shop and it cost $125 to replace the door switch and some wires per the repairman (I don’t know if the wires were really damaged but I obliged). I know I can buy a new microwave (and I did, several actually but none compared to this one), so It was worth it for me because I love my microwave!
I’m glad it’s working. Sorry the repair man charged so much for a $5 switch and 30 min repair.
Was able to fix our microwave today with a $6 part-vs $600 for a replacement! Thank you so much for the excellent video-we never could have done it without you. I called Kitchen Aid and they said it was a "throw-away appliance" and would have to buy a new one, So happy!
Mary Cobb Yes! I love success stories! You can send me the $600 if you want to! Haha.
Thank you, Mr TightWad! These were the same symptoms that my microwave was exhibiting so I followed your instructions and BAM! $5 later mine is fixed! Mine is a different brand but it's basically the same inside. It was such an easy fix. The hardest part was getting the case off. I bought a security torx bit which fit all but 2 of the screws (?) I was able to loosen one of them with channel locks but the last one I had to saw a slot with a hack saw. It was worth the effort to fix it myself for next to no cost! Thanks again for the excellent video!
Great! I’m glad you figured it out and got it working again!
Thank you! My switch ended up being fine in terms of continuity, but I noticed that the spring was shot, so the door latching mechanism couldn't engage the switch. Finding an appliance store was the hard part 😄
I’m glad you figured it out. It is crazy how hard it is to find these parts locally. I have to drive 45 min for appliance parts if I don’t buy online.
Thanks! I was able to fix mine with this. My bottom switch wasn't working, I was actually able to open the switch without breaking it and saw that the metal contact was not making a good enough connection to send current through. I ended up bending the contact slightly and it now makes good contact again. Put a little glue to close the switch up and the microwave works perfectly again.
Thank you for making this video. I used your technique to remove the outer safety screws and for removing/testing/replacing the door switch; which solved my problem. Much appreciated!
That’s great! I’m glad you have it fixed!
Thank you for this video. I was able to fix our microwave and save a great deal of money. $7.00 spent saved hundreds. I also did the technique to remove screws and it was very easy to remove cover.
That’s great! I’m glad you were able to get it fixed!
Dude? Phenomenal...All I needed to know was no rotating turntable and no heating and you solved it...easy fix for our 2008 LG...still might get a new one, but very glad to be able to take our time and actually have a working microwave. I replaced all the switches for $25, then noticed the non-working one...so have 2 extra now...I'll eventually give this one to a needy family...or we'll procrastinate and keep using this one...thanks again!
That’s great! I’m glad you were able to get it back up and running!
Had this exact issue and followed your procedure. Bought new switch for less than $5 and we are back in business. Thank you!
Keith Wolzinger That’s great! I’m glad to hear you were able to get it working again.
Baller video! Detailed, clear, concise instructions.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks, this video immediately identified the broken component which I replaced. There was a door switch on the bottom but the actual culprit was the switch on the top. I disconnecting the wires from the switch and checking for continuity/door operation before removing the switch. By the way, the bad switch was easily identified even without a meter because the actuator tab did not extend out of the switch housing as it should.
That’s great! I’m glad you got it working.
thank you so much for posting this! This was just what the doctor ordered, fixed my microwave for 7 bucks!
Nicola Greco That’s awesome! I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed!
I had a “repairman” come out and he told me I needed a new turntable motor and magnetron, $700. Cost $95 to have him come out and misdiagnosis it. So I jumped on UA-cam and saw this. Followed these instructions and $5.65 and some personal time and it fixed it. Adding just in case someone has my model - My microwave was a GE Advantium oven combo and the switch was on right if you’re facing the unit’s front and it was the lower switch too.
Sorry you were taken advantage of. It drives me nuts! I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed by yourself.
Thank you very much TightWad mine was the primary it was broke inside you save me big bucks My LG was 15 years old when it quit now it has a new life thanks
I’m glad you got it fixed!
Great concise and safety oriented Video. The only thing I wish you'd have done was test the new Switch, so we could see what happens to the Good Switch when tested. My microwave is a cheapie Hamilton-Beach Walmart one. Everything seems to work, turntable, light, etc. except it doesn't heat. Took the top off, did as you said, discharged the condenser. There were two components, about the size of a Penny, screwed with 2 screws to the metal frame inside like grounding it, with two terminals sticking up and ganged together with wiring. On one of the terminals, on one component, was burnt, still attached, but noticeably burnt. Don't know what these are, but being burnt, I would say would be the best place to start. The 2 components look like some kind of Diodes. I did a continuity check across the two terminals on the one Diode, and there was continuity between both. Will check the other diode and see if there is continuity between both terminals and will probably give me a clue to see if the burnt one is bad. These could be some type of double fuse system. Great Video, you did a Good job. Thanks.
Awesome video. Lower switch was my issue just like you said. Thanks for taking the time to make these great instructional videos!
Coastal Grad You are welcome. Be sure to subscribe!
Thank you so much! I was going to just toss the thing and now its fixed for $8. Seriously....you're the best.
That’s great! I’m glad you were able to fix it. If you just want to spend some money, I can send you my Paypal!
With the help of your video, I was able to fix my GE microwave lower switch problem. . Thanks a lot!
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
Wow. Thanks for the video. I knew it was the bottom switch but could not figure out how to remove it. The video saved me. Thanks again!
You are welcome! I’m glad it worked for you too!
Thank you very much for this video. Like others in the comments, I was told my only choice was to replace it with a $1,000 (all in) replacement and I watched your video, ordered the part for $8.99 (two switches actually) and it is back running like new. My only concern is my connector was not as tight as I would have hoped and with the door shutting hard each time, I'm afraid it will work its way loose, but if so, I'll replace the connector next time and should be good to go. Thanks again as it was a huge help and savings.
Nicely done! You may be able to crimp the connector a little to make a better connection.
Thank you for your video. It's was exactly the problem of my microwave. Waiting for the switch to come in. Thank a lot! 👍
Great! Hopefully it works great when you get the switch!
@@TightWadDIY It sure does work now and thanks to you! :D
@@fraisiperles Great!
Adding my thanks to you for this video! Over 10 years ago I replaced the magnetron thanks to another guy. You helped me out and saved $ because I was thinking maybe the magnetron again. Replaced the switch and we're back in business!
Jesse Maines That’s great! I’m glad you found it helpful.
Thanks a lot. My wolf microwave was not turning and microwave was running no heat and turntable was not spinning.
I was thinking to change turntable motor but your video gave me new angel and I checked switch found conector was out put conector back and all good 😂
Thanks for great video
Great video. It took me longer to get to the appliance parts store and back than it did to install the new switch. Thank you!
Tysm you basically fixed my microwave amazing video and thanks for pointing out the step by step it’s was amazing
You’re welcome. I’m glad it worked for you too!
I am hoping to fix mine this week. I really hope it works. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for the video!!!! I did’t want to buy another switch although they are not expensive. I just ended up fixing the inside of the switch and works like brand new!!!
Nice work!
thank you so much. I had the exact same problem and your video helped fix it in 5 minutes.
Great!
Thanks for that lower door switch. It solved the problem (most of the other guys point to the fuse).
Thank you. I'm pretty sure the door latch switch is either going bad or was stuck from dirt. Because I just poked the outside & it started working again.
But when it inevitably goes out I'll try here first instead of just getting another even though it's just an inexpensive freestanding model.
Yes! It’s always better to fix it if it’s a cheap part!
Bang on diagnosis but with mine it was the white plastic retaining part that holds the switch at 90° that had broken. Glue and small splint sorted the job. Cheers
Glad you were able to get it fixed!
thank you for the video. This helped me fix my GE profile microwave - the bottom (primary interlock switch) turned out to be the culprit that was causing multiple problems
moosthi I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed. Thanks for sharing.
Same here.. I actually toggled the door. shut it and now it turns... thank you
I have a Café microwave. The light comes on, the timer runs down and there is a humming sound but the turntable is not turning and no heating. Do you suppose this could be the same issue?
Excellent explanation and video.
Very helpful.
Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
This video is just what I needed. I had an intermittent problem. It would stop heating and turning while the time continued. The spade for the uninsulated connector has signs of arcing so it may have failed due to the poor connection. The switch definitely burned out.
PckyEatr I’m glad you were able to get it fixed. I highly suggest replacing the spade.
Thanks! Your video saved me cash and kept our microwave out of the landfill.
Jeremy Marshik I’m glad you were able to get it fixed!
Thank you so much! May God bless you for taking the time to do this video to help others!
You’re welcome!
Omg your video really helped.. I fixed my microwave it's just like new 😊😊👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏
Great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!!!! You saved us from having to buy a new microwave or bringing someone else into our home. This was the issue. It was an easy fix for our LG Microwave. Your video was very detailed.
Shawn Firek You are welcome. Be sure to subscribe!
My instincts have been verified. Thank you.
Great!
Good job sir. Nice tutorial.😊
Thanks and welcome
My GE microwave is only 4 years only and it stopped working as the video described... I tried everything then I happened to lift the door and found it sloppy and loose on the hinge pins. It looks as if a spacer has broken on the bottom hinge pin that made the switches not meet correctly. I placed a small zip tie around that bottom hinge pin and I'm back in business! 😂
Nice job!
Too funny yesterday I replaced a fuse for my friends microwave because he had no power. When finished he was so excited that it fixed the power…so we thought :). After I left he went to use it and bam it didn’t work. Tomorrow I’ll be going back to replace the door switch and this time I’ll do a better test before I leave. Thanks for the great videos
Nice! Hopefully the door switch solves the issue.
@@TightWadDIY sadly it did not. So I’m at a loss. For now my friend bought a microwave for the counter
Thanks! Bottom switch stuck on mine, tested bad with the meter, took it out clicked it a couple of times, tested it again and it read okay. Put it back in and it's working fine now. I'll probably pick up a switch to have on hand...or cannibalize the next comparable model I see curb shopping. LOL
I’m glad you were able to get it working again!
Just came across this video and very happy I did! Easy fix, thanks!!
Great! I’m glad you found it!
Thank you for this video, works beautifully, the part was 2.33 with tax! Easy fix!
That’s great! I’m glad you were able to fix it and that is super cheap!
Just saved me 1090.00. Works great. Thanks
That’s great! Just send me 10% and we will call it even!
Thank you. mine is an Emerson and the switch is the top one. Fortunatly once I removed the switch I was able to take it apart and cleaned it. I test it with my voltage meter before I installed it. The whole process took me 30 minutes. Thank you.
bosanovaboy Great work! Glad you were able to get it fixed.
Good help, fixed my microwave for only 11 bucks
That’s great news!
Great job explaining.
Glad it was helpful!
Sweet! You just saved me $600 much appreciated!
Fangykins You are very welcome. Thanks for taking the time to comment. Be sure to subscribe!
You are my hero!!! Saved us $700.00
Yay! Glad it worked for you!
Thank you for posting this. The bottom switch on mine just needed to make a better contact. Problem fixed for $0.00 and 5 minutes. I appreciate it =)
Lisa J That’s great! A free fix is the best! Be sure to subscribe.
This worked awesome on my expensive Dacore microwave. It cost me $6.95 for the part on Amazon. It works great! Probably saved me $695. Thanks TightWadDIY. you are awesome
Brian Weiss That’s great! I’m glad you were able to get it fixed!
Thanks! I had that same issue. Bad lower switch
I’m glad it worked for you too!
Thanks!!!! It fixed my over the range microwave too! Thank you for sharing 👍🏼
Patty Segovia That’s great! I’m glad you were able to get it fixed. Be sure to subscribe.
So helpful, thank you so much!
My pleasure!
Thanks for the excellent and detailed tutorial!
You’re welcome.
Thank you for the clear video. What is the name of this type of switch?
It’s a door switch.
This worked for us, thank you, you're a godsend!
Great! I’m glad you got yours working again!
Thank you! I just fixed a 1997 Kenmore microwave - in 2024 - for $7.90. Woohoo!
Yes! That’s great!
This is great, I appreciate the video I was able to fix my microwave myself and save a bunch of money. Only thing, I didn't realize how sensitive the clip is that holds in the door switch. I pushed it in to rotate the switch and it snapped right off.
J Gunn Oh no! Were you able to rig it up to make it work?
Found that one of my switches weren’t working. No continuity indicator when I test it. Nor that the black switch was popping up. Brought 2 of the switches on eBay for 10$! Thank you!!
I’m glad you were able to get yours fixed too!
Just what I needed!! Thanks much.
Great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
Did all of your buttons work fine? And the unit would turn on just no heat or turn table spinning? Before replacing the lower micro switch?
Correct.
Thanks man
Gracias!!!👏👏👏👍👍👍👍
You are welcome!
Could you please tell me what could have happened to my microwave? Yesterday I put the food in the microwave to heat it up and I heard a big explosion inside. The clock and everything else works (there is a light) but the food remained cold, not heated.
There are several things that could be wrong. Sorry I can’t say exactly.
@@TightWadDIY Thank you very much for your reply.
I’ve heard loud noises when food explodes from the bowl or cup it’s in and makes a mess. I guess it got too hot lol
Thanks! I had this exact problem and this was the solution.
Using this video helped me fix my very similar problem.
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
@@TightWadDIY Actually, strike that. 😥 I replaced the bottom door switch but the microwave is still instantly blowing fuses when I plug it in!
Thank you so very much for this video I have been try to figure this out for weeks,had it fixed in 10 minutes with this video. Thanks again.
Paul Dodge That’s great! I’m glad you found the video. Be sure to subscribe!
Thanks! The switch fixed our microwave.
That’s great! I’m glad it worked for you too!
Thanks for your video. It solved my problem for the day.
285runt That’s great. I’m glad it worked for you!
Appreciate the video. The home we purchased has a Wolf brand microwave and it has the same symptoms. Do you suppose this brand is similar in that the bottom switch could be the problem?
ranmangolf I would say it’s very likely.
Thanks so much for the video. With the assistance of your video, I was able to fix my Wolf microwave. I found it interesting that some of the same components (Sharp) in your microwave are the same ones in mine. It makes you wonder if there is any real quality difference between the brands.
Great videos sir! I thought this one diagnosed it however in rewatching it, the problem is not identical. The microwave does not turn on. The light AND the turntable operate, but no function. Sound like a fuse or a door relay problem to you?
I’m confused. Please state your issue.