Microwave Repair Forum
Microwave faults — no heat, sparking, turntable and door switch problems.
Recent Questions
Sharp microwave grill function not working, any ideas?
My Sharp microwave, nearly 2 years old — (combi) the microwave works but the grill element won't heat. Any idea what's causing this?
Russell Hobbs microwave not heating the food
My Russell Hobbs microwave, a few months old — it runs, lights up and the plate turns, but the food stays cold. Is this a common fault on these?
Panasonic microwave internal light not working
Bought a Panasonic microwave (NN-CT55JWBPQ) 18 months ago and the inside light has stopped working. Is this a common fault on these?
Breville microwave humming but not heating
Hoping someone can help with my Breville microwave (VMW171) — loud hum and no heat, which I've read points to the magnetron. Is this a common fault on…
Toshiba microwave turntable not turning
Bought a Toshiba microwave (ML-EM23P(BS)) 18 months ago and the glass plate has stopped rotating. Any idea what's causing this?
Help - Panasonic microwave door won't latch shut
I've got a Panasonic microwave that's 3 years old and the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. Would really appreciate any advice before I fork…
Bosch microwave display not working
My Bosch microwave, just over a year old — the clock/display is blank, though it might still run. Is this something I can fix myself or do I need an…
Tower microwave sparking inside?
Hoping someone can help with my Tower microwave (T24042) — there are sparks/flashes inside even with no metal in there. Is it worth repairing or should I…
Tower microwave not heating the food, any ideas?
I've got a Tower microwave (T24042) that's around a year old and it runs, lights up and the plate turns, but the food stays cold. What should I check…
Russell Hobbs microwave grill function not working, any ideas?
Bought a Russell Hobbs microwave (RHM2079A) 6 months ago and (combi) the microwave works but the grill element won't heat. Has anyone had the same and…
Tower microwave door won't latch shut
Bought a Tower microwave two years ago and the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. Really hoping it's a cheap fix.
Morphy Richards microwave burning smell when running
Hoping someone can help with my Morphy Richards microwave (511510) — there is a burning smell whenever it's on. Any idea what's causing this?
Russell Hobbs microwave humming but not heating
I've got a Russell Hobbs microwave that's about 18 months old and loud hum and no heat, which I've read points to the magnetron. Really hoping it's a…
Swan microwave door won't latch shut
Hoping someone can help with my Swan microwave (SM22070BN) — the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. Is this a common fault on these?
Toshiba microwave internal light not working?
I've got a Toshiba microwave that's about 18 months old and the inside light has stopped working. Is it worth repairing or should I just replace it?
Morphy Richards microwave making a loud buzzing noise
My Morphy Richards microwave, nearly 2 years old — it makes a really loud buzzing/humming whenever it's running. Is it worth repairing or should I just…
Morphy Richards microwave humming but not heating
Hoping someone can help with my Morphy Richards microwave (511510) — loud hum and no heat, which I've read points to the magnetron. Grateful for any…
Help - Statesman microwave sparking inside
My Statesman microwave (SKMS0820), just over a year old — there are sparks/flashes inside even with no metal in there. Is this something I can fix myself…
Hotpoint microwave display not working
Bought a Hotpoint microwave (MWH 2521 MB) a couple of years ago and the clock/display is blank, though it might still run. What should I check first?
Breville microwave turntable not turning
Bought a Breville microwave 18 months ago and the glass plate has stopped rotating. Is this something I can fix myself or do I need an engineer?