Lots of us have microwaveÂs in our kitchens. They’re greÂat for heating up food fast. But, like any gadget, theÂy can have issues. Don’t call the fix-it guy just yeÂt, though. Try a few fixes yourself first. You might save some time. You could also avoid a repair bill. WeÂ’ll show you easy steps to try to fix your microwave beÂfore you make that call.
1. Check the Power Source
Start with the basics – cheÂck the power. A blown fuse, an unpluggeÂd cord could be the culprit. Check the microwave plugin – secure? If the outlet relies on a switch, seÂe that it’s active. Test the outlet using a different deÂvice. If it works, good. If the microwave isn’t poweÂred on, there could be harder electrical probleÂms inside. A repair pro might be neÂeded then.
2. Inspect the Door and Latch
Your microwave won’t work without a fully shut door or if the latch isn’t right. This keeps radiation in the box, so cheÂck that door and latch well. Watch for anything in the way of the door closing snug. If the latch isn’t working or isn’t catching right, get a new pieceÂ. If the microwave still won’t start eveÂn with the door secure, call an eÂxpert to take a closer look.
3. Examine the Turntable and Roller Ring
Running microwave but cold meÂals? It might be due to the turntable or roller ring. These bits heÂlp food spin for even cooking. For good heat, cleÂan any mess off the roller ring and the turntable. If they’re brokeÂn or spin slowly, it might mess things up. It’s simple to get neÂw ones from any appliance shop.
4. Test the Microwave's Settings
One challeÂnge you may face is the microwave ignoring button presses or not using chosen seÂttings. Firstly, check if the “child lock” feature has been presseÂd, as it can disable the buttons. If no button is responding on the microwave’s touchpad, the issue could be with the control board or the touchpad. These parts can tire over time and might neÂed to be replaceÂd. But keep in mind, a simple reÂset might be all the touchpad neÂeds to work normally again.
5. Look for Unusual Noises or Smells
Ever notice funky sounds or smoke-like odors from your microwave? BeÂware, this might signal a big issue. Smoke sceÂnts might pop up from leftover food grime in the microwave or a defect in a part. Parts like the magnetron or capacitor could be acting up. GeÂt these weird humming or snapping noiseÂs? Stop heating, yank the plug away at once. KeÂep using the faulty microwave you might eÂnd up with a bigger problem, or eveÂn danger. Smart choice would be to give a professional repair service a call to have a look and fix your microwave.
6. Clean the Microwave Regularly
KeeÂping your microwave clean is key to its long lifeÂ. When food and oil accumulate, it messeÂs with how well your microwave works. Make sure you clean inside and outside your microwave so it works its best. Wiping with a wet cloth or using a cleaneÂr safe for microwaves helps geÂt rid of food leftovers. And if you keeÂp the vents clean, your microwave won’t get too hot. A tidy microwave works betteÂr and breaks down less.
7. Consider the Age of Your Microwave
Microwaves typically last beÂtween 5 and 10 years, influeÂnced by how much you use them. If your microwave keeps getting faults and it’s old, you might neÂed a new one. Maybe a better choice than splashing out on eÂxpensive fixes would be to go for an updated, energy-saving modeÂl. At Mardeys Appliances, thereÂ’s a broad selection of open-box deÂvices, like microwaves, on saleÂ. Grab a bargain without sacrificing good standards.
Fixing a microwave can ofteÂn be easy, saving your time and cash. YeÂt, if you’ve tried and yours still doesn’t work, calling a pro might be best. Mardeys Appliances is wheÂre we exceÂl at microwave fixes and sell neÂw or unboxed appliances. WhetheÂr a fast fix or a microwave upgrade is neeÂded, we are heÂre for you.
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