This small drive motor rotates the turntable plate inside the microwave to ensure even heating of food. It connects to the turntable coupler beneath the glass tray and spins at a slow, steady speed. Replace this motor if the turntable stops rotating, turns intermittently, or makes grinding noises during operation.
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Thermador built in mbes microwave turntable did not rotate Larry D. • Mission Viejo , CA • August 28, 2015
Went online, read the repair forums and the information Appliance Parts Pro provided and the repair was actually quite simple. Interesting is how Thermador bottom panel is not a tilt down as other manufacturers but rather has an ingenious cutout (that you actually make using a standard pair of side cutters) to gain access to the motor. Saved $120 service call + min 1 hour labor and of course the motor part fee they charge.
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