Frigidaire Microwave troubleshooting. The microwave is one of the most common appliances in the kitchen in most homes. You can microwave, toast, and even boil food with one small appliance! Therefore when your microwave stops working it is natural to want to attempt to fix it yourself.
However as small and affordable as they may be, there are a number of different ways that a microwave could go wrong, so there is no doubt you will come across at least one or two problems while attempting repairs yourself.
There are also many different causes of technical issues, which is why there are so many top ten lists online and each issue has multiple possible causes.
Frigidaire Microwave troubleshooting
We will take a look at some common problems below which can range from forgetting to set the clock to door latch malfunctions.
Problem With Door Closing
Over time, regular use of a dishwasher can loosen its door hinges or springs. In some cases, this can cause the appliance to shimmy or move against its frame as the door opens and closes.
When the door doesn’t close properly, food crumbs and liquids may spill onto surfaces throughout your kitchen as the water heats up but doesn’t shut off in time.
Sometimes problems related to a dishwasher door not latching properly can be repaired easily by tightening any loose screws on the latch assembly or fixing any parts that have been broken over time.
Doesn’t Shut Off
Your microwave may not stop running when the timer expires as well. If you need to stop the unit from cooking, you may need to force the door open or unplug it.
Check not the power cord, but the door interlock switch to see if anything has broken or the microwave’s smartboard to ensure it doesn’t control the computer functions of the unit, such as timing how long the microwave runs for.
Microwave Doesn’t Heat
When a microwave starts to age, you’re more likely to experience problems when it comes to heating. Check the door switch off your microwave first if it doesn’t heat the food.
In most cases, if the door isn’t latching shut completely then it won’t produce heat.
You can also check the voltage diode but if you determine that the cause is a magnetron then it might be best just to replace your microwave instead of repairing it at this point.
Producing Noise
There are several things that might be causing your microwave to make noise. Your microwave’s plate is probably what’s causing this noise if you can hear movement when it’s running.
If the plate is rattling, look into where the coupler and guide roller meet up as this part of the unit may need replacement.
A faulty drive motor, as well as a magnetron, could also be an issue but these are two parts that are very difficult to replace and in most cases require professional help.
It might also be the high voltage diode but depending on your microwave, there may be different reasons why it’s making a noticeable amount of noise. For example, some microwaves come equipped with cooling fans that rattle or hum sometimes which means replacing them may do the trick!
Touchpad Not Responding
When a microwave’s touchpad stops working, it is one of the most frustrating microwave malfunctions. At least the microwave should beep when the buttons are pushed. Two possible causes could be the cause of a completely dead touchpad.
First, check out the panel buttons which determine the responsiveness of each individual button on your touchpad. If that’s not it, it might also be issued with more connections related to the control board that controls all responsiveness as well – so after you get those checked out by an expert, we strongly recommend contacting someone who can help you troubleshoot keypad issues like this!
Defective Exhaust Fan
If you manage to check your microwave and find that it’s working fine, then it’s very likely the cause is a faulty fuse. For some microwaves, you’ll be able to access the interior of the microwave oven by opening either its exhaust vent or its fan housing—sometimes both.
You may also see labels or decals near or on the fan or vent instructing you on how to open them under normal circumstances; they should provide similar instructions if they’re damaged or otherwise illegible.
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