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\n<\/p><\/div>"}. There are many possible causes for a blown fuse, and these are not covered in this guide. On some models, you'll need to open the microwave door to access the grille. JUNKso I moved on and will never go back to GE. Do not touch any part of the inverter board that contains the capacitors. Which are NC (normally closed and NO (normally open). You will notice the control panel top tilting out. Troubleshooting for JVM3160DFWW | GE 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Saturday - Sunday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. By signing up you are agreeing to receive emails according to our privacy policy. Forum Active Topics Search Help Login Register Up and Down arrows will open main level menus and toggle through sub tier links. Proceed as follows: There is a possibility of an overload on the electrical circuit. Ken Weiss, Door switch KW3A-16 was my bad switch (middle N/C), but I bought all 3. It may not display this or other websites correctly. The circuit breaker tripping was only happening when using microwave, and that to barely, it used to trip 1 second into the heat cycle. Unplug the microwave then clean that button with a Qtip and alcohol and press the button in and out a few times to free it up again. So I elongated the hole with a small file and added a thicker piece of plastic. s.events = "event9"; Microwave Fuse. Have you proved that the problem is only when using the microwave, you didnt say? How to Fix a GE Over the Range Microwave Stopped Working - Will Not Power On - No Power JVM3160RF3SS Brick Building Kids 4.68K subscribers Subscribe 2.4K Share 368K views 3 years ago Our GE. Pack of 5 WB27X11138 Microwave Oven Fuses for GE Microwave Oven I am wondering if anyone has experienced this kind of failure before and have any suggestions on what could be the root cause. Agree with RCR Auto. Copyright 2023 Manua.ls. Charcoal Filter $13.26 In Stock (1) This is the replacement charcoal filter for your microwave. Open the grille and slide out the old filters, replacing them with new filters before replacing the grille. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. If that switch is not activated when the door is closed it puts a direct short across the AC line, which is what trips the breaker, but it does not blow the internal fuse. Enjoy! Remove the turntable and clean it by wiping it first with a damp paper towel then followed with a dry one. Lemons are widely known for their superior scent and ability to keep off bad odors. s.prop4 = s.prop3 + "|" + ""; If set to measure resistance, the multimeter should read 0 Ohms. I'm so glad I found this! GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. I keep resetting the breaker. Light Bulb - 40W $ 37.35. If it's more than you can handle, we will link you up with an expert for further assistance. Place the bowl in the microwave and turn it on at five minutes on high. By using this service, some information may be shared with YouTube. A microwave lasts an average of 2000 hours before it loses power. I replaced all 3 switches at the same time with parts from Amazon (Lonye switches). If it was faulty, nothing would work. Grease Filter $ 57.60. The door interlock switches are a safety feature designed to prevent the microwave from operating and emitting harmful radiation if a door is open and should not be used as a bypass for the correct way to operate the microwave . Using the ohmmeter, check for continuity across the capacitor. Ready to buy? It runs but after one or two times it trips the breaker. Pick-up Only. The switch actuator faces the front of the microwave .I shimmed the back side of the switch with a piece of plastic cut from packaging. Ask your question here. If the problem persists, then the microwave is the problem, and there is a need to have a technician look at it with possible repairs in mind. It simply means that there was a power issue. Never touch any microwave component while it is running, even with an insulated tool. The problem may be a thermal cut-out whose role is to protect the microwave from overheating. Pop the new fuse back in with the fuse puller or insulated gloves. Over-the-Range Microwave Oven JVM3160DF4WW Product Specifications Owner's Manual Installation Instructions Popular Accessories 15" Bump Out Kit JX15BUMPWW $ 75.00 Microwave Mounting Kit WB01X10298 $ 82.70 Microwave Grease Filter WB06X10608 $ 58.40 ROTATING RING ASSEMBLY WB06X10625 $ 18.50 sounds like we should start a class action law suit on GE due to the faulty magnetron part .Had 2 now that went and they wont do anything . Peter Chiamardas They are designed to fit in any modern kitchen seamlessly. Window cleaners can be used to clean a microwave often but you should note that most of these cleaners contain ammonia and should not be mixed with other cleaning agents. Based on my research and having spoken to GE directly, it was pretty apparent that by the time i would have figured out which part was defective, i would have racked up the bill which would have been close to or over the cost of a new microwave, even if i was to do the troubleshoot myself. User Manual GE JVM3160DF4WW 1.6 Cu. Ft. Over-the-Range Micr - manualsFile no light in display The best way to describe it would be semi-random . Remove the bowl from the oven carefully as it might be hot. Unfortunately it was not the same. This manual comes under the category Microwaves and has been rated by 3 people with an average of a 6.8. GE JVM3160DFWW 1.6 Cu. Remove the turntable and clean it by wiping it with a clean cloth. For me it took quite a bit of prodding but finally this button just popped out. Seems that theres an issue with this microwave regardless though. Using paper towels wipe down the bottom and top part, the side, and the door to remove excess grime. You should always pause or turn off the microwave using the microwave's control panel before opening the door, as a high current is flowing through the door interlock switches when the microwave is operating. If the breaker also trips when using the kettle, perhaps the problem is the breaker or the breaker circuit and not the microwave. Is smaller and louder than my old one.