Microwave Door Handle Broke

Carefully pry open the panel that frames the window.

Microwave door handle broke.

Microwave door handles can be put under a lot of pressure and sometimes they can start to work loose develop cracks around the connection points or break free altogether. You only need to get a couple inches worth of clearance near where the handle is located. You can also use a putty knife and insert. Unscrew the old.

If the handle is plastic use gorilla glue. Fixing replacing broken scratched or damaged handle. Small damage to metal nest can cause microwave leaks out. The handle has broken off my samsung over range microwave and i need to open the door for access to replace the answered by a verified appliance technician we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.

Instructions slide a screwdriver in the seam between the edge of the door and the panel that frames the window. Examine the inner panel of the door ideally with the model s instruction manual. If there is a small crack in the glass itself then you can still use your microwave. Make sure there is not any damage to the nest.

If it is metal use jb weld. First and this was the key to success i watched a couple of youtube videos on replacing a microwave door handle. In truth it all depends on what exactly is cracked on the microwave door as well as how deep it is. Open the oven door all the way.

Removing trim to access screws to remove handle. Microwave radiation is blocked by the metal nest sealed inside the space of broken glass. This technique works for most brands and styles. The glass on the door is mostly for cosmetic purposes and doesn t play a huge part in the function.

Wait for 60 seconds for the high voltage capacitor inside unit to discharge. As one video suggested i placed a large towel underneath where i was working. If your door handle is beyond repair you can easily replace it with a new one. Be sure to order the right handle for the make and model of your microwave.

If it is really old and these don t work replace it since they are not as pricey as they used to be. Madeleine from edgefield sc says door handle broke at bottom.