Daniel M Bainbridge Island , WA December 06, 2015 Appliance: Model MAYTAG (WHRILPOOL) UMC5200BAB Dead microwave Replaced magnetron and diode. Followed video directions. Magnetron cheaper by its own model number rather than the one listed for my microwave (same part). Still purchased at Appliance Parts, but saved some cash. Disassemble first before ordering. Read More... 3 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Terry D Gilbert , AZ August 26, 2014 Ge profile microwave oven not heating Replaced magnetron Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers
Sherry W Cedar Lake , IN January 02, 2015 Microwave stopped working Replaced magnetron Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
William W Rockville , MD March 08, 2016 Appliance: Model GE JTP95BA1BB Bad magnetron Not to difficult to fix. It was a Microwave/Wall-oven Combo. Hardest part was unscrewing removing all of the covers. Once removed it was easy to get at the magnetron. Be sure capacitor is discharged it has very high voltage. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set
David C Alllen , TX April 12, 2015 Appliance: Bosch GE010-010 Microwave did not heat and operated loudly Tested all other parts within the microwave (micro switches, transformer, capacitor, diode, sensors and figured the magnetron was bad. Ordered and replaced magnetron and everything worked fine. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers