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Model: JVM1090BW	Brand: GE	Age: More than 10 years
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amkells		#1 Posted : Saturday, May 24, 2008 10:44:49 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 5/24/2008(UTC) Posts: 2		Everything on the microwave/convection combo is working except the microwave will not heat and makes a loud humming noise when it is running. Is this something I can diagnose and fix?:confused:


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abadfish66		#2 Posted : Wednesday, May 28, 2008 10:37:07 PM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 5/28/2008(UTC) Posts: 1,620		More than likely the magnetron tube has failed. Over 10 years old, you are out of warranty for the part. So you would be looking around $400 to fix from a repair company. You could do it for less than half of that if you have the right tools and alittle knowledge of what your doing.


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amkells		#3 Posted : Tuesday, October 21, 2008 9:46:36 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 5/24/2008(UTC) Posts: 2		I am pretty handy with tools. Is the magnetron a part that can be ordered (if so, where) and what does it look like? Do you know of a website that will give me instructions on how to replace it--maybe with diagrams or photos?


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Gene		#4 Posted : Tuesday, October 21, 2008 10:05:16 PM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert, Administrators Joined: 7/19/2007(UTC) Posts: 27,455 Was thanked: 4 time(s) in 4 post(s)		In order to replace the magnetron you have to remove the microwave from the cabinet. - The part number for the magnetron (#1428 on the break down diagram) is AP3191536 and you can order it and view the pictures by clicking on the part number. Gene.


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