SOURCE: GE Microwave JE1640 works only when holding the switch
VK, most likely the switch body has become loose and it's out of adjustment. Unfortunately, to gain access to it, you'll have to remove the MW from the cabinet, set it on a suitable work area and disassemble it. Before doing anything like this, please read the following link carefully and ask yourself if you're up to it... http://www.gallawa.com/microtech/safety.html Remove the trim then remove the screws holding the MW. Pull the MW out and rotate slightly to see where it's plugged in and unplug it. Then pull it all the way out. Remove all the aluminum trim from the MW and all the screws holding the cabinet. To remove the cabinet, stand behind the MW and grasp both sides... pull back and up at the same time. Set aside. NOW!!! DISCHARGE THE CAPACITOR AS PER THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LINK ABOVE!!! OK, up by the control panel, you'll see the latch/lock assy. (it has 3 brown switches mounted to it). It's held in place by 2 screws, the lower screw is the one you'll be working on. Adjust this by opening and closing the door and watch the action on how it works and make your adjustments as needed. Now, you'll need to test it before reinstalling. Plug it in, BUT DON'T TOUCH ANY WIRING! Now give it a try. If you need to make another adjustment, DISCHARGE THE CAPACITOR AGAIN BEFORE DOING SO!!! Do this every time you plug and unplug! Continue adjusting 'til you get it. Now, there's a chance that one of those switches is about to go bad and the mounting bracket is fine. In this case, those switches are generic... not GE specific. Remove the wiring from the switches and make notes on their respective locations. Remove the switches from the bracket (starting from the top) and label them 1, 2 and 3. Take these to your local appliance parts store and ask for generic replacements, they are cheap... about 5 bucks each. Then replace them in the same order you removed them. And re-test. This will get you fixed, but please be careful working on Microwave ovens. They are dangerous!
SOURCE: Ge Spacemaker microwave jvm240 wv Micro hood combo.
sounds to me like the magnatron has shorted out. i don't know of a way to test them unless you have some high dollar equipment. a continuity test prob wont tell you anything. what reading did you get on the cap when you tested it?
SOURCE: GE Spacemaker microwave XL1400
If you or a friend decide to work on it, we have *critical* safety,
disassembly, and troubleshooting info at our site, and our link is at
our listing here on FixYa: http://tinyurl.com/yzjozk
Essentially you remove the vent grille held on by screws and/or clips then you'll see a screw at the top of the control panel.
Then the control panel should either lift up and out or forward and down.
The fuse is normally near the door switches, on the floor behind the controls, or on a metal plate near the transformer or fan.
There should also be a very helpful "mini-manual" hidden inside the unit behind the control panel. It's very helpful when troubleshooting.
You can usually find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here: http://tinyurl.com/gv383
The actual model number is like JVM1460. XL1400 is just a "line" and won't help in finding parts.
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SOURCE: JVM1650SH05 Intermittent won't heat
On many of these GE (by Samsung) and similar models, there were "underperforming" magnetrons that would fail, often causing other damage.
In many cases, these ovens also need to have the high voltage rectifier diode and/or stirrer replaced.
In rare cases, the cavity would be overheated and the whole oven would need to be replaced.
In some cases, a service center will have a stock of magnetrons, and they may be of the "underperforming" type instead of the newest version.
So a repairman may (knowingly or not) be replacing a failed magnetron with one that is destined to fail soon.
It may be an innocent mistake, or it may be a way of not having to deal with a bunch of bad stock parts that may cost him time or money.
And if you just go put them in ovens and bill GE for the part and your customer for the labor, you're making money.
There should be a 5-9 year warranty on the magnetron.
Details of this whole magnetron saga are in their bulletin here. Even if your model is not on the list, the same problem can occur, requiring a kit. The parts kit is similar to this one.
I would check that, then call contact GE to find a different local servicer if possible.
Whether you use that servicer or a different one, I would mention or show the bulletin to them even if your model is not affected. It may have similar trouble that needs to be addressed thoroughly.
You need a thorough, competent checkout.
GE Customer Service is here.
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SOURCE: GE Microwave model JVM1650CH01. Trying to replace door handle
Hi,
This image might help. If not it looks like you have to disassemble the door until you get to the very outer frame, as that is where the handle screws are
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