Microwave repair

Can be an emergency: see the read below

A microwave that sparks, smells of burning or keeps running with the door open should be unplugged and not used again until checked. Noises and error codes can often wait, but they can be urgent too; the high-voltage parts inside are never a DIY repair.

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Microwave leaking waterUsually urgent, and it can be an emergency

Is it an emergency? Usually urgent, and it can be an emergency. Turn off the water to it and unplug it or switch off its breaker, then soak up standing water. If water is reaching outlets or cords, switch off the breaker before touching anything; water coming through a ceiling is an emergency.

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Microwave not workingUsually not, but it can be

Is it an emergency? Usually not, but it can be. Because this can be an emergency, leave it off and get it checked; don't reset it or turn it back on. Stop and call a pro if it smells like burning or trips the breaker again.

Amana Bosch Electrolux Frigidaire GE Haier Hotpoint Kenmore KitchenAid LG Maytag Samsung Sub-Zero Thermador Viking Whirlpool

Microwave won’t startUsually not, but it can be

Is it an emergency? Usually not, but it can be. Because this can be an emergency, leave it off and get it checked; don't reset it or turn it back on. Stop and call a pro if it keeps tripping the breaker or smells like burning.

Amana Bosch Electrolux Frigidaire GE Haier Hotpoint Kenmore KitchenAid LG Maytag Samsung Sub-Zero Thermador Viking Whirlpool

Microwave making a loud noiseUsually not, but it can be

Is it an emergency? Usually not, but it can be. A new grinding, rattling or humming most often comes from a fan, motor, belt or loose panel. Stop using it and cut the power if the noise comes with a burning smell, smoke or sparks.

Amana Bosch Electrolux Frigidaire GE Haier Hotpoint Kenmore KitchenAid LG Maytag Samsung Sub-Zero Thermador Viking Whirlpool

Microwave smells like burningTreat it as urgent

Is it an emergency? Treat it as urgent. Turn it off and unplug it or switch off its breaker, and do not use it again until the cause is found. If you see smoke or flames, or smell gas, get everyone out and call 911.

Amana Bosch Electrolux Frigidaire GE Haier Hotpoint Kenmore KitchenAid LG Maytag Samsung Sub-Zero Thermador Viking Whirlpool

Microwave flashing an error codeUsually not, but it can be

Is it an emergency? Usually not, but it can be — the code is the appliance reporting a fault it detected. Note the code. Because this can be an emergency, leave it off and get it checked; don't reset it or turn it back on. If the code returns with a burning smell, smoke or a leak, leave it off and call a pro.

Amana Bosch Electrolux Frigidaire GE Haier Hotpoint Kenmore KitchenAid LG Maytag Samsung Sub-Zero Thermador Viking Whirlpool