Microwave runs but won't heat? This magnetron generates the RF energy that cooks food. Moderate DIY repair, typically completed in about an hour.
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GE microwave not heating. Robert P. • Miramar , FL • March 19, 2024
After some research, and based on the symptoms, consulted with repair person and figured it was the most common 3 parts (magnetron, capacitance, diode, and threw in a new fuse). So spent $190, and service tech came, replaced them, all good again.
All done in an hour.
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