No heat.
SOURCE: Won't heat. Everything else works.
Magnatron is suspect. Need to put a voltmeter on it and see if the input (primary) side to the high-voltage transformer (big heavy iron thing in there) is getting 120Vac. Don't touch the other (high voltage) side of this transformer. If the power is there, you are looking at replacing the magnatron. Its affordable if you do it yourself - buy the part on EBAY - lookup "universal magnatron"
SOURCE: everything appears to work fine but it is not heating anymore.
If the microwave oven appears to be working but it is not heating the food, it is very possible that the magnetron, or its power supply has failed.
Jerry G.
SOURCE: Brand new Hotpoint Microwave doesn't heat
yeah, sounds like the microwave either had a faulty component or a bad connection in the circuitry. Once in a while you will get a bad unit.
SOURCE: wont heat, burning rubber smell, hotpoint
If there is spark please do not switch on unless you have confirmed the fault. It is possible that the Magnetron is leaking and sparking to the ground. It is quite possible that insect can get into the oven and create soft spots. When you switch on these will create a short and make the voltage jump and in the long run damage the magnetron.
So Remove cover after disconnecting , check for dirt/moisture in the cabin, if so wipe clean and dry, check the magnetron and area clean and use an jet air to clean off.
Now keeping clear switch on , use a cup of water inside to test.
If you notice any buring smell shut off as the magnetron or the main HT capacitor can be faulty. replace with same type.
If there is no heating the magnetron/capacitor/temperature cut off is faulty
Hi,
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Hi,
Here is a tip that will help you to figure out what is wrong with your Microwave Oven....
Basic Microwave Oven Troubleshooting Tips
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