Replacing Magnetron On Wall Mounted Microwave

The magnetron is now hanging on 2 metal hooks at the top so tip the bottom up and pull up and out as you remove it from these hooks and set it aside.

Replacing magnetron on wall mounted microwave.

A magnetron is the main source in the microwave oven to produce microwaves. Hang the new magnetron on these hooks and secure it with the 3 screws. So the heat is indirectly produced by the magnetron any damage to it can reduce heat. The most common reason for replacing the magnetron is when the microwave doesn t heat and continuity testing proves the magnetron has failed.

Something more serious and time consuming like replacing a magnetron carries a heftier repair bill of around 150 for most standard models. This video provides step by step instructions for replacing the magnetron on ge microwaves. And these microwaves are the reason to vibrate the water molecules and produce heat. Unplug the power connector on the bottom of the magnetron.

This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the magnetron thermal fuse on a ge microwave. Remove 3 screws holding the magnetron in place. Repair professionals with more experience and training may charge a little more while professionals in more rural areas may cost a bit less. Here are some causes of the failure of a magnetron.