Microwave Door Handle Broke

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.

Microwave door handle broke.

I first started focusing on just one location. If your door handle is beyond repair you can easily replace it with a new one. In truth it all depends on what exactly is cracked on the microwave door as well as how deep it is. First and this was the key to success i watched a couple of youtube videos on replacing a microwave door handle.

Unscrew the old. You can also use a putty knife and insert. Examine the inner panel of the door ideally with the model s instruction manual. Wait for 60 seconds for the high voltage capacitor inside unit to discharge.

Microwave radiation is blocked by the metal nest sealed inside the space of broken glass. Instructions slide a screwdriver in the seam between the edge of the door and the panel that frames the window. If it is metal use jb weld. Madeleine from edgefield sc says door handle broke at bottom.

Be sure to order the right handle for the make and model of your microwave. How to replace broken handles on microwave ovens 1. Small damage to metal nest can cause microwave leaks out. As one video suggested i placed a large towel underneath where i was working.

Carefully pry open the panel that frames the window. Open the oven door all the way. If it is really old and these don t work replace it since they are not as pricey as they used to be. You only need to get a couple inches worth of clearance near where the handle is located.

The glass on the door is mostly for cosmetic purposes and doesn t play a huge part in the function. If there is a small crack in the glass itself then you can still use your microwave. Removing trim to access screws to remove handle. Fixing replacing broken scratched or damaged handle.

If the handle is plastic use gorilla glue. 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.