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Morphy Richards

Morphy Richards microwave internal light not working

My Morphy Richards microwave (511510), a few months old — the inside light has stopped working. Really hoping it's a cheap fix.

NINiamh from Oldham5 months ago
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Panasonic

Panasonic microwave turntable not turning

Hoping someone can help with my Panasonic microwave (NN-CT55JWBPQ) — the glass plate has stopped rotating. Is this something I can fix myself or do I need…

HAHarriet M.5 months ago
Microwaves
Russell Hobbs

Russell Hobbs microwave door won't latch shut, any ideas?

My Russell Hobbs microwave (RHM2076B), about 6 months old — the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. Is this a common fault on these?

HAHamish5 months ago
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Statesman

Statesman microwave display not working

Hoping someone can help with my Statesman microwave (SKMS0820) — the clock/display is blank, though it might still run. What should I check first?

STSteve W.5 months ago
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Hotpoint

Hotpoint microwave humming but not heating

I've got a Hotpoint microwave (MWH 2521 MB) that's about 18 months old and loud hum and no heat, which I've read points to the magnetron. Has anyone had…

HOHolly from Norwich5 months ago

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Daewoo

Daewoo microwave making a loud buzzing noise?

Bought a Daewoo microwave a couple of years ago and it makes a really loud buzzing/humming whenever it's running. Is this something I can fix myself or do…

NINiamh from Cornwall5 months ago
Microwaves
Tower

Tower microwave starts then stops

Bought a Tower microwave 6 months ago and it runs for a few seconds then cuts out. What should I check first?

HAHannah from Manchester5 months ago
Microwaves
Russell Hobbs

Russell Hobbs microwave starts then stops?

Bought a Russell Hobbs microwave (RHM2076B) a couple of years ago and it runs for a few seconds then cuts out. Is it worth repairing or should I just…

KAKate6 months ago
Microwaves
Daewoo

Daewoo microwave buttons not responding, any ideas?

Hoping someone can help with my Daewoo microwave (KOR6N35S) — the keypad doesn't respond when I press the buttons. Is this a common fault on these?

JAJason Gray6 months ago
Microwaves
Panasonic

Panasonic microwave grill function not working

Bought a Panasonic microwave (NN-CT55JWBPQ) 6 months ago and (combi) the microwave works but the grill element won't heat. Would really appreciate any…

AMAmy from Swindon6 months ago

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Hotpoint

Hotpoint microwave not heating the food

Hoping someone can help with my Hotpoint microwave — it runs, lights up and the plate turns, but the food stays cold. Really hoping it's a cheap fix.

SASam G.6 months ago
Microwaves
Panasonic

Panasonic microwave turntable plate has cracked

Bought a Panasonic microwave two years ago and the glass turntable plate has cracked. Is it worth repairing or should I just replace it?

CACallum from Liverpool6 months ago
Microwaves
Toshiba

Toshiba microwave making a loud buzzing noise, any ideas?

Hoping someone can help with my Toshiba microwave (ML-EM23P(BS)) — it makes a really loud buzzing/humming whenever it's running. Would really appreciate…

WIWill from Leeds6 months ago
Microwaves
Swan

Swan microwave burning smell when running

My Swan microwave (SM22070BN), 2 years old — there is a burning smell whenever it's on. Grateful for any pointers, thanks.

HOHolly from Bolton6 months ago
Microwaves
Daewoo

Daewoo microwave door won't latch shut, any ideas?

Hoping someone can help with my Daewoo microwave — the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. Has anyone had the same and managed to sort it?

SCScott Taylor6 months ago

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Morphy Richards

Morphy Richards microwave door won't latch shut

My Morphy Richards microwave, about 6 months old — the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. What should I check first?

BEBecky G.6 months ago
Microwaves
Tower

Tower microwave turntable not turning

My Tower microwave, about 18 months old — the glass plate has stopped rotating. What should I check first?

MAMaya E.6 months ago
Microwaves
Panasonic

Help - Panasonic microwave starts then stops

My Panasonic microwave, just over a year old — it runs for a few seconds then cuts out. Really hoping it's a cheap fix.

AIAisha6 months ago
Microwaves
Hotpoint

Hotpoint microwave making a loud buzzing noise?

My Hotpoint microwave, a few months old — it makes a really loud buzzing/humming whenever it's running. Would really appreciate any advice before I fork…

GAGary R.6 months ago
Microwaves
Panasonic

Help - Panasonic microwave door won't latch shut

I've got a Panasonic microwave (NN-E27JWMBPQ) that's a couple of years old and the door won't latch closed so it refuses to start. Really hoping it's a…

TITina from Reading6 months ago

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