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VIDEO - SAFE &
EASY DISASSEMBLY
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click here.
(pardon the poor lighting, but we wanted to get this online for you!)
G.E. / SAMSUNG
OWNERS:If you have any trouble
getting the grille off once the screws are removed as per the video, slide
the hood vent grille to the left about 1/4", then then pull it forward. On
some models there are L-shaped clips that fit into a slot to hold bottom of
the vent.
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is not appearing, please
click here. (pardon
the poor lighting, but we wanted to get this online for you!)
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MISSION STATEMENT: We
strive to provide affordable component-level
repair of microwave oven displays, control panels, and
circuit boards (ideally within 2-3 weeks, but of course subject to
workload backlogs and part order delays) with the aim of
correcting and preventing failures while standing behind our work with
a one-year repair guarantee.
IMPORTANT: By utilizing this site
or using our services, you are agreeing to our terms of service as outlined on
our pages and agree to hold the site
owners harmless and blameless for any consequences arising from your
decision to take apart or inspect your microwave oven. See these
important
safety warnings before you proceed.
Shipping Insurance:
I suggest the customer purchase shipping insurance for all shipments to me. I
use insured US Postal Service Priority Mail unless the customer specifies
otherwise and covers any difference. I always insure your returned package for
replacement value or higher for the whole microwave if it's lost or damaged.
USPS policies generally cover only a depreciated value as they define it.
Providing their insurance coverage and filing a claim when necessary represents
the limit of my liability once the package leaves my hands. Please understand
that you are agreeing to these term along with the others specified on my site
when you choose to utilize my service.
We do answer e-mail
technical inquiries! Please check your e-mail provider's spam settings
and your bulk / spam folder if you do not get our reply in your inbox.
Add pupista@gmail.com to your mail "white list" or address book. During
busy times our response may be delayed for quite a long time.
Status Updates:
Rest assured that we do provide status updates by e-mail only when your unit's
status changes, not by request and of course when it ships. We normally take repairs in date
order, as they are received. Please be sure you understand this paragraph
before proceeding.
GE TOUCH SCREEN MODELS
If you have trouble with one of these
General Electric (GE) touch screen models please see this pagebefore proceeding:
,
please e-mail your full model number from the tag on your oven and your
detailed symptoms to pupista@gmail.com
Only if you can't find your model number, call Monday-Friday 9-5 ET fax 866-481-2802
last updated
August 24, 2016
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KUDOS
FROM
CUSTOMERS...
Less than
10 minutes each time to dismantle and reassemble, very easy. Everything
works perfectly! Thanks so much for your help. I estimate that you
saved
us at least $200 over a service call, who would have either charged us
for a new board ($120+labor) or suggested an entirely new unit. What a
refreshing change to not throw things away. We will pass the word on
and recommend you to
others! - Derek B.
I would
just like to thank you for the service you provided us. I found your
web site after a being shocked by a local serviceman
telling me that
our microwave repair would cost upwards of $650 !! Your web site was
the first that appeared in my google search for a
microwave display
repair. Your site provided exact instructions on how to disassemble the
control panel. Shortly after shipping it to you, our panel was back and
the microwave was working flawlessly. Again- thank you very much. I
will surely recommend your service to others. - Robert G.
What safety
issues are there?(top)
Microwave ovens can be lethal. You must
disconnect the oven from the power line before taking it apart! Please
understand that by utilizing our services you alone assume all
liability for any consequences arising from your decision to take apart
& reassemble your microwave oven. Here are some important
safety
warnings.
Can water suddenly explode in a
microwave?(top) Yes.
It's rare, but can cause serious injury!
For more info, read this article.
What
do you fix?(top)
We repair dead or dying microwave oven controller assemblies with bad or
failing displays or other problems,
including "dead" boards. They may be missing segments or characters,
flickering, or garbled. We fix them.
Why not just replace the display or
the board?(top) It's usually not needed, it's pretty
expensive, and the new board will probably fail the same way. Our proprietary
repairs and modifications are designed to leave your controller better
than new & more robust! So, our work is designed to not only repair your
problems, but to prevent them! (These
are our professional opinions based on many years of experience.)
How much do repairs cost?(top) Our normal repair charge to fix a
display is $54.95 - $39.95 for labor and incidental small parts, plus $15 for
insured return shipping. If you
are paying by check, it's best to include a check for $54.95 payable to "William
E. Miller". I'll contact you for approval if the charges vary from that.
If paying by credit card or PayPal, we will
contact you with the appropriate total for repair cost plus the shipping charge.
If your unit is particularly expensive or no longer replaceable, a charge will
be added for shipping insurance.
If your unit needs a part or parts which have
significant cost, we will contact you with an estimate first.
Please include your well-packed
controller assembly & our
repair form.
We do not hold up repairs for check clearance, so
sending a check will not cause a delay. If repairs will
cost more than your prepayment, we'll inform you for your approval
before proceeding.
What if it can't be fixed or it's too
much?(top) You're actually risking just
the cost of shipping! If you decide not to have it fixed, or
you decide it is not economical to repair, no problem. We can return
your controller assembly along with a refund minus return shipping. Or you can have
us dispose of your defective controller assembly and we'll refund your
entire payment.
How long does it take?(top) We try to ship your controller assembly back within
1-2 weeks. Sometimes our workload or part order needs will add
time to that. We do understand how important your microwave is to you!
What's the
repair warranty?(top) One full year.
As is customary, our one-year repair guarantee does not cover any subsequent
unauthorized repair
attempts, tampering, lightning, power line surges, physical damage, or
other outside damage. If you have repairs done & develop
another problem, you may e-mail us
first with details so we can advise you, or simply return the unit with
our
repair form
marked "REWORK" across the top. We give reworks expedited
handling with no waiting in line! We will then repair your unit with no
additional labor charges. In some limited cases, parts may be required for which
you would be charged, but we will contact you for your approval before
proceeding.
What brands?(top)
All brands, really. While Admiral, Amana, Dacor, Dometic, G.E. / GE /
General Electric, LG / Goldstar Panasonic Sears Kenmore & Sharp
are the most common, we'll consider any brand. Please let us know your
exact brand & model number if you contact us.
What models?(top) Just about any model with an LCD (liquid crystal
display) type
display. If you have a VFD (vacuum fluorescent display) type display that's dim or out, we can repair
those too. Feel free to e-mail us. Even
though we list many models on this page, that's not all we repair! Ask
us if we can help!
We
need the entire controller assembly which includes the
plastic frame with keypad, the display, the control circuit board,
& the "power board".
Once
you remove your control panel assembly, please don't disassemble it any
further.
Please
do not try to take the display itself apart. Expensive damage can occur.
Some
ovens are "touch on door" models and they have the assembly built in to the front
door cover! Details of all this and photos are shown elsewhere on this
page under "touch on door" info.
We
also need a completed copy of our
repair form
& your check or money order.
R1500-series & R1405, R1406
series ovens - removing the grille remove three screws & carefully
lift grille up & out (once grille is removed, you will see
the single screw
at the top of the plastic control panel frame)
R1500-series & R1405, R1406
series ovens - what to send click for full-sized photo
Disassembly Hint: In addition to or instead
of a screw, the control panel frame it may be held in place by a metal
catch which is built-in to the chassis of the oven. The catch prevents
to panel from lifting up. Bend the catch out of the way & you
can lift off the control panel. When you reassemble the unit, bend the
catch back in place. If it breaks, remove it & discard it, then
insert a screw if not present.
Some
models use an tamper-resistant screw which can be removed with a
specially-designed tool available from home improvement stores
& appliance parts stores. But some folks just use a hammer to
tap and loosen the screw, then a "star", t-type, or small flathead
screwdriver can be used to remove the screw.
this
detailed photo shows how a small screwdriver fits into the screw head
Sometimes
the screws are tough, so you may only be able to just bend the post
slightly with a punch, then a small flat blade will "grab" enough to
turn the screw. Pliers on the handle will help, too.
Another
creative solution is to use a hacksaw or a Dremel tool to carefully cut
a slot in the head so a flat blade will fit it.
NOTE:
Always be sure to put any silver-colored cover screws back in the same
holes they came from. They are often used to ensure a good safety
ground from the cover to the chassis!
Can I send the whole microwave oven?(top)
Yes. Some customers prefer to send the entire microwave for service. It
actually can be economical to do this, especially if it's a convection
or over-the-counter model or if you ship it using Parcel Post from the
Post Office.
You
must include extra to your prepayment to cover the additional return
shipping costs, depending on the package's weight & your State.
How do I ship it?(top) We recommend a sturdy
corrugated cardboard box (please - not an envelope or
thin shoe box) with at least 1" of packing material such
as peanuts, bubble wrap, etc. surrounding the unit. It is not necessary
to use anti-static material on an assembled board, but it won't hurt,
especially in winter or other times of low humidity.
Insurance
is for your protection & is optional, but we assume no
liability if your uninsured package arrives damaged.
We
recommend you insure your package for $150 & mark it "FRAGILE".
We
accept shipments from any carrier, but for shipping convenience, we
recommend Click-N-Ship
from the US Post Office using Priority Mail or Express Mail with free
Delivery Confirmation online! See
https://cns.usps.com/ for details.
What countries do you serve?(top)
Normally US & Canadian addresses, but we'll consider others if
you calculate and include the extra funds for return shipping based on
where you are & how you ship it. Canadian customers will need
to add $25 for shipping back to Canada.
My
turntable / carousel is not turning. What's wrong?
I
would first suspect that you have a broken turntable coupler. You can
check this by taking out the glass turntable, and gently trying to
wiggle the little square-headed device (see photo below) that drives
the turntable.
If
the coupler feels loose, it's probably broken.
If
it feels tight, grip it very firmly with your fingers and try to turn a
little it as if you were imitating the motor. If it turns the motor,
you'll hear the whining sound made by the motor gears. That would mean
your coupling is probably okay. It takes a little force to turn it.
If
it doesn't turn, you may not be turning enough, or the coupler may be
bad. You will probably need to remove the motor to check the coupling.
We
repair circuit boards to component level. We don't replace circuit
boards unless we have to.
If
while cooking, your microwave stops after one minute, or at an even
minute, or any other specific interval, it usually means a bad
microprocessor IC. Most of these from old models are no longer
available, but you can check by model number at Tritronics. If the part is available, we can repair it.
If
the hood lamps / under range lamps / hood lights / work lights/ on your
Amana, Dacor, GE G.E. General Electric. Panasonic, Quasar, Samsung,
Sharp or other microwave oven are not working, we repair these, too.
Need
do-it-yourself tips on diagnosis & repair? Some problems (not
display problems or component-level troubleshooting) can be repaired by
a do-it-yourselfer with proper information & careful work. See
our tips page.
Please
let us know your exact brand & model number if you inquire via
e-mail.
If
you have bad keys / keypad, poor heat or no heat, a lost / obsolete
turntable tray (carousel), broken buttons, weak display, locked control panel, can't set the
clock, etc., continue reading this FAQ list or feel free to contact us
for advice.
NOTE: Some one-touch features such as "MINUTE PLUS" are
disabled after three minutes when the oven is not used. These features
are automatically enabled again when the door is opened and closed or
when the STOP/CLEAR button is pressed.
Q. I was wondering if you could steer
me in the right direction. I have a Sharp R-1490 over the stove
microwave oven. I came home today and the door is wide open and the
light is on. It seems that the spring that holds the two door catches
down is not working. Is this something that can be repaired at home or
must it be serviced by an authorized repair center?
A.
It would require disassembly of the door but not door removal.
There
is a part inside the door called the latch head, and its "hooks" extend
from the door to hold it to the latch hooks (door switch holders)
inside the microwave. (The part names are a bit contradictory!)
On
the latch head, there is a spot where a spring attaches to it. That
little piece of plastic has broken. The spring is still inside the door.
You
can drill a tiny hole near that spot and reinsert the spring. Or you
can use epoxy (not super glue) to reattach the spring.
Otherwise,
you can order a new latch head part # LSTPPB030MRF0 from Encompass
(formerly Tritronics) or you can call them toll-free at
866-779-5835.
(If
your model is not the same, please look up the correct latch head
at Encompass
(formerly Tritronics) or you can call them toll-free at
866-779-5835.
We
have a couple of service manuals on our site which are similar to your
model. They use the same type of part, so they can be useful to you:
Q. My microwave seems to heat large
items better than small items or it's inconsistent.(top)
A.
While this could indicate a problem with your oven, I always recommend
that you place food off-center on the turntable, not in the center.
If
the food is off-center, it gets better exposure to the microwave energy
than items placed in the center.
The
turntable's purpose is to move the food through the microwaves, which
is a stirring action. To put it another way, when you stir something,
do you keep the spoon in the middle?
Also,
putting certain food items (especially microwave popcorn) in the center
of the turntable will repeatedly subject the same spot to intense heat,
eventually causing the glass turntable to crack!.
This
sort of arrangement can be a good temporary substitute until a suitable
replacement tray can be found, or even a permanent solution.
Place
a microwave-safe saucer upside-down over your roller ring / turntable
support assembly. Then place a microwave-safe plate right side-up atop
the saucer. You can also use another
glass turntable tray that doesn't fit instead of the plate.
Be
sure both are centered, checking them frequently to be sure shifting
does not occur. Otherwise, a spill of hot material could result. Safety
first!
Another
option is to check eBay or Wal-Mart and other stores to see if they
have a Rubbermaid or Nordic Ware (NordicWare) wind-up turntable like
this "Micro-Go-Round".
We
can fix broken buttons with a new and improved button assembly at the
same time we fix your display. Please add $15 to the normal repair cost as
discussed above.
OR
to do it yourself, order a new and improved button assembly:
black
button assembly
JBTN-B122MRF0A for models R1500 R-1500 R1505 R-1505 R1505F
R-1505F $15 postpaid
Sometimes
these oven displays are mistakenly called LED displays or L.E.D.
displays. For a good good definition of LCD, please see this article.
For
the record, they are technically known as one of the following types:
LCD
- liquid crystal display
a defective display is shown we can fix these!
VFD
- vacuum fluorescent display
a weak VFD display is shown we can fix these! *
*
We can repair many weak VFD type displays on microwave ovens. Please
contact us first at pupista@gmail.com with your brand & model number first so we
can check on the availability of needed parts.
We can replace weak or dim displays on these Sharp models: R-1460
R-1460A
R-1461
R-1461A
R-1462
R-1462A
R-1470
R-1470A
R-1471
R-1471A
R-1472A
R-1480 R-1481 R-1482 R-1490 R-1491 R-1492 R-1850
R-1850A
R-1851
R-1851A
R-1852
R-1852A
R-1855A
R-1870
R-1871
R-1872
R-1874
R-1875
R1460
R1460A
R1461
R1461A
R1462
R1462A
R1470
R1470A
R1471
R1471A
R1472A
R1480 R1481 R1482 R1490 R1491 R1492 R1850
R1850A
R1851
R1851A
R1852
R1852A
R1855A
R1870
R1871
R1872
R1874
R1875
Simply order part number RV-KXB003MRE0 (new #
46-1734780-3 ) from Sears
here, then include
it when you ship your controller assembly to me for repair. We'll replace it for
$54.95, which includes insured return shipping.
For an additional $35.00, we can repair
weak or dim displays on these L.G. / Goldstar models:
MA-1403B MA-1403W MA-2003B MA-2003W MA-2005ST MS-103YD MS-104YD
MS-133YD MS-134YD MS-193YD MS-194YD (MA-1403 MA-1403 MA-2003
MA-2003 MA-2005 MA-2005S MS-103 MS-103Y MS-104 MS-104Y MS-133 MS-133Y
MS-143 MS-134Y MS-193 MS-193Y MS-194 MS-194Y MA1403B MA1403W MA2003B
MA2003W MA2005ST MS103YD MS104YD MS133YD MS134YD MS193YD MS194YD MA1403
MA1403 MA2003 MA2003 MA2005 MA2005S MS103 MS103Y MS104 MS104Y MS133
MS133Y MS134 MS134Y MS193 MS193Y MS194 MS194Y VFD part number
6302W5A008A)
(top)
We regularly fix that problem, too. The lights over your rangetop are
controlled by the circuit board.
We
can repair this on most any brand, such as Sharp, Amana, Dacor, GE G.E.
General Electric, Panasonic, Whirlpool, Roper, Kenmore, Quasar.
Please
note that it is recommended that you always unplug the power
to your microwave before you change bulbs. Please check your
bulbs and sockets before sending your control panel assembly for repair.
My
display
says "LOCK" or "CHILD LOCK!" & I can't do anything! (top)
Press
the "Custom Help" pad and follow the on-screen instructions to
unlock the oven.
Some
other brands & models have a sliding lock switch located on the
bottom edge of the control panel frame. Or you may be able to hold the
CLEAR or OFF or STOP button for three to five seconds to get it to
unlock.
If
you still have trouble, call Sharp Customer Service at 1-800-BE-SHARP
& have your model number handy. If yours is another brand, see
my tips page for phone numbers to call.
The
child lock may be set. Press CUSTOM HELP button at the top right and
then follow the instructions to turn off the child lock. To set the
clock on a Sharp-made microwave, you generally do one of two things:
A.Press the TIMER / CLOCK button below the
9 button. Press the numbers corresponding to the time of day. Press the
TIMER / CLOCK button again. - OR - B.
Press the TIMER / CLOCK button below the 9 button. Press the number 2
to set the time of day. Press the numbers corresponding to the time of
day. Press the TIMER / CLOCK button again.
If
this does not work, you may have some moisture in the works. This is
usually caused by spraying cleaner on the keypad (a big no-no!) instead
of on the cleaning cloth. Or you may have a defective keypad.
Once
you look into this, if you still have trouble, please let us know.
If you have a Panasonic / Quasar
model, this diagram should help:
Touch numeral
pads to set the actual time (e.g., 3 4 5 for 3:45)
Clock
pad again
Q.
My microwave runs about a minute (or 59 seconds) then stops. If I hit
START again, it runs another minute then stops again.
A.
I'd bet it's a convection type microwave, and chances are you have a
bad damper switch, damper motor, wiring, or an obstruction of the
damper door.
Depending
on the brand, you can usually find exploded view diagrams and order
parts here or here. Here's a sample photo of a damper system:
What if I
can't do it myself?(top) If
you're not a do-it-yourselfer we will be happy to do the repairs for
your local appliance repair or service shop or electronics service shop
to get your controller assembly fixed.
They
can come to your home or office to remove your controller assembly, and send it to us
for full service.
We
will need them or you to prepay via check or money order & include my
repair form.
You
can
print
our card &
take it to your local service shop.
What is your
privacy policy?(top)
We do not maintain a mailing list. We do not offer your personal
information to anyone else. We'll write you back to follow up again on
your inquiry, but that's it.
NOTE:
Some manuals may not be free, and some may not be available. Depending
on the year your unit was manufactured, you may need to try more than
one link associated with your brand! If your manual is not online, ask
the manufacturer about a free paper manual "in the interests of
safety". This information subject to change.
Download
Free Sharp Owner's Manuals (see Sharp links in lists below for other models)
Operation manuals for recent UK models are available to download from
this site. Manuals, user guides and recipe books for older UK models
may be purchased from our distributors:
On most
Sharp models, the door must be closed to set the clock or operate the
oven.
SETTING
THE CLOCK
To set the clock at 1:30:
Press CLOCK - 1 - 3 - 0 - CLOCK.
MINUTE
PLUS
To cook in one-minute increments:
Press MINUTE PLUS one or more times. You can press this even while it's
cooking to add one or more minutes to the ongoing cooking cycle.
FULL
POWER COOKING
To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds at FULL (100%) power:
Press 2 - 3 - 0 - START.
(TIP: 130 = 1 minutes, 30 seconds and is the same as entering 90 for 90
seconds)
VARIABLE
POWER COOKING
To cook for 2 minutes 30 seconds at 20% power:
Press 2 - 3 - 0 - POWER LEVEL - 2 - START
Generally, 70% = medium high, 50% = medium, 30% = medium low (defrost)
and 10% = low.
KITCHEN
TIMER
- If your oven is NOT equipped with a TIMER pad)
For a countdown of 1 minutes 20 seconds:
Press 1 - 2 - 0 - POWER LEVEL - 0 - START and the oven should count
down but not run.
- If your
oven IS equipped with a TIMER pad
For a countdown of 1 minutes 20 seconds:
Press TIMER 1 - 2 - 0 - START and the oven should count down but not
run. OR
Press 1 - 2 - 0 -TIMER and the oven should count down but not run.
STOP/CLEAR
Press this button to clear the display or to stop a cooking cycle. When
the oven is running, press STOP before opening the door. Do not open
the door while cooking - this causes premature / excess wear on the
door switches.
INSTANT
ACTION
Allows you to heat or reheat many specific food items with just a
touch. The display should prompt you as required when you press the
appropriate INSTANT ACTION button.
EXPRESS
DEFROST
Automatically defrosts beef, steaks, chops and chicken pieces. The
display should prompt you as required when you press the EXPRESS
DEFROST button.
TURNTABLE
TIPS:
- I
recommend you place food OFF-CENTER on the turntable, not in the
center. If the food is off-center, I feel it gets better exposure to
the microwave energy than items placed in the center. The turntable's
purpose is to move the food through microwaves, which is a stirring
action. After all, when you stir something, do you ever just keep the
spoon in the middle?
- Is your turntable missing or broken? Here's is a quick and effective
substitute: Place a microwave-safe saucer upside-down over your roller
ring / turntable support assembly. Then place a microwave-safe plate
right side-up atop the saucer. Be sure both are centered, checking them
frequently to be sure shifting does not occur. Otherwise, a spill of
hot material could result. Safety first! (see a photo)
Note: These
error codes came from the manual for models R22GT R22GV R23GT R23GV *
and may or may not apply to other models.
EE
mode
Reason
Action
required
EE
1, EE 2
magnetron
failure
You
may continue using oven if this code appears, but check food carefully
as additional cooking time will be needed. Call for service
EE
3
both
magnetrons failed
Call
for service.
EE
4
line
voltage too high
Follow
instructions on page 5 under VOLTAGE SELECT to change line voltage
selector setting from 208V to 230V. If problem is still not corrected,
call a qualified electrician.
EE
5
line
voltage too low
Follow
instructions on page 5 under VOLTAGE SELECT to change line voltage
selector setting from 230V to 208V. If problem is still not corrected,
call a qualified electrician.
EE
6, EE 10, EE16
thermistor
failure
Call
for service
EE
7
exhaust
air temperature too high
Check
that nothing is b
air intake openings on oven back or that oven
exterior is very hot. Correct as needed. Wait a few minutes and try
again. If problem persists, call for service.
EE
8
control
unit / panel / circuit board failure
Call
for service.
EE
9
maximum
program setting time has been exceeded, or pad is not programmed
See
page 11 in operation manual. Touch STOP/CLEAR pad, and reprogram
correctly.
EE
0
fan
lock error
call
for service
EE
17
magnetron
temperature too high
Touch
STOP/CLEAR pad. Wait a few minutes and try again. If problem persists,
call for service.
(also known as
R-22GT R-22GV R-23GT R-23GV) EE1 EE2 EE3 EE4 EE5 EE6 EE7 EE8 EE9 EE0
EE17
Listed
below are some of the specific Admiral, Dacor & Sharp models we've repaired, but we'll work on
brand or model such as Amana, Dacor /
Sharp, Dometic, Frigidaire, G.E. (GE General Electric), Goldstar,
Panasonic, Quasar, Samsung, etc.
Admiral Models We Service (including but not limited to)
SPECIAL NOTE: If the models
listed above have been in a failed or failing state for a long time, complete,
successful repairs may not be possible, but I will try, but I cannot offer a
guarantee on repairs of these models since parts are no longer available.
3-1 86756 CONTROL
UNIT (we repair these)
3-3 86757B CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY, BLACK (we replace these)
3-3 86757R CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY, ARCTIC (we replace these)
3-4 86758 KEY UNIT (we replace these)
3-4 86758B KEY UNIT, BLACK (we replace these)
3-4 86758R KEY UNIT, ARCTIC (we replace these)
DMT2420
Preference 24'' Microwave
DMT2420S Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Stainless Steel
DMT2420B Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Black
DMT2420R Preference 24" Microwave Oven in White
DMT2420BK Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Black
DMT2420AG Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Anthracite Gray
DMT2420SG Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Sterling Gray
DMT2420TS Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Titanium Silver
DMT2420BU Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Blue Water
DMT2420GN Preference 24" Microwave Oven in Slate Green
3-1 66852 POWER
UNIT (we repair these!)
3-2 66853 LSI UNIT (we repair these!)
3-3 66858 CONTROL PANEL FRAME ASSEMBLY (we replace these)
3-3-1 66859 KEY UNIT (we replace these)
PCOR30
PC0R30 PCOR30S PC0R30S PCOR30SS PC0R30SS
(similar to Sharp R1874 R1875) general disassembly tips
PCOR
PCOR30
PCOR30B Over the Range 30" Convection Microwave
Hood in Black
PCOR30R Over the Range 30" Convection Microwave
Hood in Arctic White
PCOR30S Over the Range 30" Convection Microwave
Hood in Stainless Steel
3-1 66660 CONTROL
UNIT (we repair these)
3-2 66679B CONTROL PANEL SUB ASSEMBLY (PCOR30B) (we replace these)
3-2 66679S CONTROL PANEL SUB ASSEMBLY (PCOR30S) (we replace these)
3-2 66679R CONTROL PANEL SUB ASSEMBLY (PCOR30R) (we replace these)
3-2-1 66682B KEY UNIT (PCOR30B, PCOR30S) (we replace these)
3-2-1 66682R KEY UNIT (PCOR30R) (we replace these)
PMOR3021 series
PMOR3021B Over the Range 30" Microwave Hood in Black
PMOR3021R Over the Range 30" Microwave Hood in Arctic White
PMOR3021S Over the Range 30" Microwave Hood in Stainless Steel
3-1 66168 POWER
SUPPLY UNIT (we repair these!)
3-2 66170 LSI UNIT (we repair these!)
3-3 66183B C/P SUB ASSEMBLY CONTROL PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (we replace
these)
3-3 66183R C/P SUB ASSEMBLY CONTROL PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (we replace
these)
3-3 66183S C/P SUB ASSEMBLY CONTROL PANEL SUB-ASSEMBLY (we replace
these)
3-3-1 66186B KEY UNIT (we replace these)
3-3-1 66186R KEY UNIT (we replace these)
3-3-1 66186S KEY UNIT (we replace these)
30" Microwave
In-A-Drawer™
24" Microwave In-A-Drawer™
MMD24
MMD24B Millennia 24"
Microwave-In-A-Drawer in Black Glass
MMD24S Millennia 24"
Microwave-In-A-Drawer in Stainless Steel
MMD30
MMD30B Millennia 30"
Microwave-In-A-Drawer in Black Glass
MMD30S Millennia 30"
Microwave-In-A-Drawer in Stainless Steel
MMDV30
MMDV30S Millennia 30" Microwave-In-A-Drawer in
Stainless Steel, with Vertical Black Glass
Sharp Models We Service (including but not limited to)(top)
KB3300
KB3300J KB3300JK KB3300JS KB3300JW KB-3300 KB-3300J KB-3300JK KB-3300JS
KB-3300JW 30" Freestanding Electric Range with Microwave Drawer
&
Glass Ceramic Cooktop in Black Stainless Steel White Sharp Insight Rangeinstallation
manual | service
manual / repair manual
KB3401 KB3401LK
KB3401LS KB3401LW KB-3401 KB-3401LK KB-3401LS KB-3401LW 30"
Freestanding Electric Range with Microwave
Drawer, Manual Drawer
Opening, True European Convection Cooking & Front-Mounted Glass
Touch Controls in Black Stainless Steel White Sharp Insight Range service
manual / repair manual
R301
R-301 R301F R-301F R301FK R301FW R-301FW
While these units do have display problems we repair, it is NORMAL for
the display to look like it is angled to the left. That is how it's
designed, to be more visible by the user. general disassembly tips
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R314
R-314 R314F R-314F R314FS R-314FS
While these units do have display problems we repair, it is NORMAL for
the display to look like it is angled to the left. That is how it's
designed, to be more visible by the user. general disassembly tips
R316
R-316 R316F R-316F R316FS R-316FS
While these units do have display problems we repair, it is NORMAL for
the display to look like it is angled to the left. That is how it's
designed, to be more visible by the user. general disassembly tips
R530
R-530 R530A R-530A R530AK R-530AK R530AW R-530AW R530B R-503B R530BK
R-530BK R530BS R-530BS R530BW R-530BW R530C R-530CK R530CW
R-530CW R530E R-530E R530EK R-530EK
R530ES R-530ES R530EW R-530EW
(similar to Dacor DMO24 DM024 DMO24SS DM024SS) R530BK R530BW service manual (try either for your variant) R530ES service manual (similar to R530ES R530EW) (try either for your
variant)
SPECIAL NOTE: If the models
listed above have been in a failed or failing state for a long time, complete,
successful repairs may not be possible, but I will try, but I cannot offer a
guarantee on repairs of these models since parts are no longer available.
SPECIAL NOTE: If the models
listed above have been in a failed or failing state for a long time, complete,
successful repairs may not be possible, but I will try, but I cannot offer a
guarantee on repairs of these models since parts are no longer available.
RV expert Mark Polk is the producer & host
of America's most highly regarded series of DVDs, videos, books,
and e-books. Polk provides RVers with qualified RV information,
tips and safety advice. Enhance your recreational vehicle
experience and enjoy the good value you've come to expect. May
the road rise to meet you!
RV expert Mark Polk is the producer & host
of America's most highly regarded series of DVDs, videos, books,
and e-books. Polk provides RVers with qualified RV information,
tips and safety advice. Enhance your recreational vehicle
experience and enjoy the good value you've come to expect. May
the road rise to meet you!
RV expert Mark Polk is the producer & host
of America's most highly regarded series of DVDs, videos, books,
and e-books. Polk provides RVers with qualified RV information,
tips and safety advice. Enhance your recreational vehicle
experience and enjoy the good value you've come to expect. May
the road rise to meet you!
RV expert Mark Polk is the producer & host
of America's most highly regarded series of DVDs, videos, books,
and e-books. Polk provides RVers with qualified RV information,
tips and safety advice. Enhance your recreational vehicle
experience and enjoy the good value you've come to expect. May
the road rise to meet you!
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Samsung SMH7175 SMH7178 removal disassembly of
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to remove the vent grille. As it turns out there are two Philips head
screws on the very top of the outside of the cabinet above the vent.
When they're removed the vent grille just snaps out. Then remove one
screw (which holds the control panel in place) on the top far right
above the control panel. Once that screw is removed the panel
tilts out so you can disconnect the wires and then slip it out.
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General Electric Recalls Microwave Combo Wall
Ovens Due to Fire Hazard
Release #08-110
New York State Department of State
Office of Fire Prevention and Control
41 State Street
Albany, NY 12231-0001
• phone: (518) 474-6746
• fax: (518) 474-3240
• fire@dos.state.ny.us
• http://www.dos.state.ny.us/fire/firewww.html
Office of Fire Prevention and Control
Safety Alert Bulletin
December 5, 2007
General Electric Recalls Microwave Combo Wall Ovens Due to Fire Hazard
Release #08-110
GE’s Recall Hotline: (888) 240-2745
Sear’s Recall Hotline: (888) 679-0282
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908
General Electric Media Contact: (888) 240-2749
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation
with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following
consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately
unless otherwise instructed.
Name of Product: Built-in Combination Wall and Microwave Ovens
Units: About 92,000
Manufacturer: GE Consumer & Industrial, of Louisville, Ky.
Hazard: The door switch in the microwave oven can overheat and ignite plastic
components in the control area, posing a fire hazard to consumers. The lower
thermal oven does not pose a hazard.
Incidents/Injuries: GE is aware of 35 incidents of minor property damage and one
incident in which a fire damaged adjacent kitchen cabinets. No injuries have
been reported.
Description: The recall includes GE combination microwave and conventional
built-in wall ovens sold under the following brand names:
GE, GE Profile(r) and Kenmore
The ovens were sold in white, black, bisque and stainless steel. The brand name
is printed on the lower left corner on the front of the microwave door. The
following model and serial numbers can be found inside the microwave oven on the
left interior wall.
( NOTE: corrected Kenmore to models 911.41485991, 911.41485992, 911.41485993,
911.41485994, 911.41489991, 911.41489992, 911.41489993, 911.41489994,
911.49485992, 911.49489992, 911.47692100, 911.47699100, 911.47862100,
911.47869100, 911.47812200, 911.47813200, 911.47814200, 911.47819200,
911.47792200, 911.47793200, 911.47794200, 911.47799200 but otherwise may be
written online as 91141485991, 91141485992, 91141485993, 91141485994,
91141489991, 91141489992, 91141489993, 91141489994, 91149485992, 91149489992,
91147692100, 91147699100, 91147862100, 91147869100, 91147812200, 91147813200,
91147814200, 91147819200, 91147792200, 91147793200, 91147794200, 91147799200 )
Serial number begins with:
0, 1, 2, 3
Sold at: Department and appliance stores from January 2000 to December 2003 for
between $1,500 and $2,000.
Manufactured in: United States
Remedy: Consumers should stop using the microwave oven immediately. Consumers
should contact GE regarding their GE/GE Profile micro-oven combo or Sears for
their Kenmore unit. GE is offering a free repair or rebate on a new product, a
$300 rebate toward the purchase of a new GE brand unit, or a $600 rebate toward
the purchase of a new GE Profile brand unit. Sears is offering a free repair or
$300 rebate toward the purchase of a new Kenmore brand unit. Consumers can
continue using the lower thermal oven.
Consumer Contact: For additional information on GE /Profile units, contact
General Electric toll-free at (888)-240-2745 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET Monday
through Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. ET Saturday, or visit GE’s Web site at
www.geappliances.com. For additional information on Kenmore units, contact Sears
toll-free at (888) 679-0282 from 8 a.m.
to 10 p.m. ET Monday through Saturday, or visit Sears’ Web site at www.sears.com
To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled
product, please go to:
http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml08/08110.html
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Thank you so much for your great service. It was a
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Without
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- Jon R.
I received my repaired microwave
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re-installed it last night. It works PERFECTLY! We just sold our house
and we close on Friday. Thank you so very much for putting a rush on it
and getting it back to me so quickly and REPAIRED! I wish we had known
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panel. Your video was absolutely perfect in explaining how to take the
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William L.
Mr.
Miller, I just want to thank you for repairing our microwave PC board
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yesterday and
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money by
not having to replace the whole unit (oven & microwave). We
will be
forever grateful. Thanks again. - Jorge & Ybel A.
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Just want you to know that you do a great job and I make sure that I tell everybody
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If anyone else needs one fixed I am going to refer them to your
website. - Robert T.
You
do a very good thing. At Sharp’s price for a display it would be hard
to justify repair the oven on economic considerations. We sure don’t
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of money you are doing good for the earth. - Phil K.
We
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The Sharp-recommended repair shop here in Colorado Springs didn't even
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for providing prompt and reasonably priced service. Most appreciated. -
Marco
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I
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THANK
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Thank
you Mr Miller for your service that you performed on my Sharp
microwave. We looked for a replacement unit for our Sharp microwave,
but we wanted the same silver color and size plus all the features we
have. Not happy at what we saw. You filled our repair needs and now we
are back in service with a panel that is bright as new and finally we
can read it. What a bargain also. Thank you. - Larry M.
Hi
William! I just wanted to let you know I received and installed my
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I
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Thanks! - David C.
William
- I just wanted to take a moment of your time to thank you for the
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using your service no doubt saved me hundreds, if not a thousand
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We
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great! Thanks again for the GREAT service. - Jeff T.
William
- We received the Dacor microwave panel and it works great! Thanks so
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Barb S.
William,
the panel arrived on Saturday and is now installed and working great.
Thanks for your fine service. - Charles F.
Received
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I
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Gil
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pay and your quality of work. A Loyal Customer, - David A.
I
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Received
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service, at a low price. - Greg
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Helpful before the repair, very quick turnaround, and needless to say,
the display works perfectly now. - Bob W.
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I will keep you card, suggest your service to others, and use your
service again the next time a display goes out. A satisfied customer. -
Bob H.
Thank
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and there is too much waste. - Robert T.
I'm
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I
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Thank you for your help in fixing it. You saved me from replacing the
whole thing. I wasn't about to spend almost $200 for a new controller
when the microwave only cost about $280 brand new. - Randall W.
Just
wanted to thank you for fixing our microwave. Received the part
yesterday and it works great! - Chuck Y.
Display
looks great! Nice job! - John H.
Received
the repaired display panel for our Sharp Microwave yesterday. My
husband reinstalled it, and it works!! You are to be highly commended
for offering a reasonable solution - and alternative - to throwing a
relatively new (3 years) microwave on the junk pile. I called the
closest "Authorized Sharp Repair Center" before suggesting to my
husband that we check our your service - they basically told me it
wasn't worth fixing! Can you believe that? I found your service by
googling "Sharp - microwave - panel - display - repair." We love this
microwave - and are delighted to have found an inexpensive answer to
saving it's poor little life. Thanks - if you ever need a testimonial,
you can count on us! - Kathi & Burt W
Thank
you very much for repairing my Sharp microwave display! It arrived
yesterday by mail and I installed it; now everything is working as good
as new. My wife was skeptical when I told her I was sending part of our
microwave to a guy I found on the Internet, but she too is very
grateful now! Since this model is built into our cabinets, replacement
would surely have cost us around $1000. - David D.
The
Sharp R-820BK LCD control panel is back in our microwave / convection
oven and I've reinstalled it back in the motorhome. The display works
perfectly. Thank you for a cost-effective and excellent repair. We will
no longer have to guess if we entered the cook time / temp / etc.
correctly. GREAT JOB!!!! - Steve L.
It
arrived Saturday. Looking good! - Ken D.
I
just wanted to let you know ... my panel arrived safely and my
microwave is working perfectly again. Thank you so mush for your
advise, not to mention your quality work, quick turnaround and very
reasonable price. A++++ all the way around. - Josh
Thanks
again for your suggestion. I went home & found that indeed GE
didn't supply a mesh RF filter / gasket with the new magnetron they
sent. Why they don't do this, I don't know; but I did pull the old one
off the bad magnetron & put it on the new one, and presto! It
seems to have worked this morning, on two trial runs where it would've
failed earlier. So I think you had the answer, and I am most grateful
to you. - Jonathan E.
Thank
you for your fast service fixing the display on our Sharp microwave. We
were selling the house it is in and your service saved us from having
to buy a new one :) The part arrived just in time. - Amy B.
I
received the repaired control panel for my Sharp R-530BW today,
re-installed it, and I'm back in business! Thanks for the great
service! The only glitch I experienced was during the dis-assembly
process: I consider myself fairly handy, but I had NEVER encountered
the "screws from hell"!!! The service manual pdf said nothing about
them either. Two tamper-proof screws on the rear of the oven: Torx with
center pins! Fortunately they were on the side opposite the control
panel and I was able to bend the important side of the case up enough
to access the panel screw and wiring without damage. - Ray C.
We
received the fixed circuit board last week and are extremely happy with
your work and the promptness in which you fixed and returned this to
us. It is working perfectly. We will keep your information on file and
recommend you whenever we can. Thanks again! - Fred Q.
I
received the board today and it works great. Thank you for your
excellent service. - Mike L.
Got
it!! Installed and working. Thank you VERY much!! Now I can get this
lady on the road back to Denver! - Brian W.
(note:
The lady had bought his RV, which included the microwave!)
Just
wanted to say that it was very nice of you to come back to me with the
advice. A very nice thing for you to have taken the time to help me
out... just a little unusual now-a-days and very much appreciated.
Thanks very much! - Jim R.
We
received our panel today, and installed it immediately. We were like
children with a newly gotten toy. When we finally plugged it in, all
was right with the world once more. It works great, and feels like new
again. Having a display again gives us a new sense of control, and a
clock again. We hope you stay in this business for many years to come,
because you are a life saver. Not to mention a money saver. $150.00
would have been a bit much just to get the same old obsolete board,
that would have winked out again from Sharp. We will tell all who we
know of your microwave prowess. - Tim E.
Thank
you so much for helping me with the impossible repair. My wife will be
so happy as this is the unit that she knows how to operate & it
is the one that will still fit in the built in cabinet. - Harold A.
Received
the repaired display segment for my Sharp oven, reinstalled it and it
works great...thanks so much... - Tom B.
Received
today. All is well. Thank you! - Keith S.
My
repaired control panel arrived in today's mail. Installed, it works
fine and wife is quite happy! Thank you so much. The first one lasted
one year, the microwave was replaced under warranty, and it lasted one
year. Hopefully, your repair will last longer!! - Will T.
Thanks.
Works better than new. - Don F.
Thank
you! It seems to be working great! - Tracie W.
The
part arrived today in great shape and works like a charm! We are most
grateful for your service. - Roy B.
I
received it today. It works like a champ. Thanks! - Joseph W.
I
received the panel, reinstalled it, and it works like a champ. Thanks a
bunch. - Sid S.
I
received and installed the control panel that you repaired and it works
great. I just wanted to let you know that I didn't think people like
you still existed. Everyone I asked around here told me to just buy a
new microwave oven. It seemed such a waste. I hope to be able to steer
some people your way in the future. - Jacob D.
I
received my Sharp Keypad today and have it reinstalled. It works Great
! I "Thank You very Much" and will keep your business card for any
future problems and I will refer you to anyone that has problems ! -
Joe H.
Hello
Mr. Miller - the repaired control panel was delivered yesterday,
re-installed last night, works great! Thank you again! BTW, I also
mentioned your repair service to several co-workers over lunch, will
give one of them your business card Monday. He sounded interested,
hopefully, you'll have another satisfied customer. - George F.
We
got the panel back and it works!!! Thanks!!! - James
Many
thanks! I will certainly pass on your services to anyone I come across
with microwave issues. In fact, my sister's inlaws have the same model
as I do, and they've had similar problems in the past, so I will
definitely get this information to them. When we reinstall the panel,
we will give the fan a drop of WD-40 as you suggest and I'll let you
know if I have any further problems. - Cecile C.
(and
this follow-up)
I
received the panel on Friday and we installed it today. So far so good!
Or, should I say, great! The noise is gone. My brother had heard it as
well and is absolutely certain it is no longer there, and it sounds
like a regular microwave. We think there just wasn't enough "juice"
getting to something, like the turntable, if that makes any sense. The
fan sounds normal. Anyhow, it heated a cup of water properly, and I've
used it for one food item, and all seems well. The display is also
working properly. Thank you again for your service on this, I really
hated the thought of getting a new one, as I really like the style of
this Sharp and I will let you know if I have any further issues. And
I'll be sure to pass your information to anyone I know who may need it.
- Cecile C.
Thanks
for the recent repair of our DACOR control panel. We're back in the
swing! Your service is a lot more valuable than you charge. - Larry R.
Thank
you. We never realized how much we use it until now. - Anonymous
Just
wanted to send a quick post to thank you for the fast and professional
service! - Paul K.
The
control panel was received Saturday. It is working fine. Thank you very
much. We will recommend your services to anyone who needs it!!! - Kevin
M.
All
I can say is WOW! I am so lucky to have found your Web site. I was
ready to either throw out that piece of Dacor junk or God forbid, plunk
down $300 for a new control board. I popped it back in and like magic -
Good as new! I wish you very long continued success. You have found a
valuable niche. I just hope more Dacor owner's can find you. Again -
Many thanks! If you need a reference, just ask! - Kevin T.
I
just had to let you know how much I appreciate your response to my
concern. You have no idea how much it has been bothering me, wondering
if i had correct information in the first place. Thanks so much for
your service. I have saved your website into my "favorites" and will
definitely refer everyone I know to you. People don't usually give
something for nothing anymore. It's nice to see you do! - Dian C.
Mr.
Miller just wanted to let you know that we appreciate you fixing the
microwave panel again after it broke. Again thank you very much. -
Anonymous
I
wanted to write and express our extreme pleasure in the quality and
timeliness of your repair work on our Sharp Microwave display. We
received the unit back in just a few days after it was delivered to
you, and it installed without any problems. It's been working great all
week, so we thank you for the speedy repair. The work you did is
clearly top-notch. As my wife said: "It was the best $32 we ever
spent!" - Steve W.
I
just received my Sharp microwave faceplate back from you. Works
perfectly. I can't hardly believe that I got it repaired (at your low
price). The repair places wanted over $100.00 plus labor. I will keep
your card and share it with anybody who I run across with the same
problem as I. - Mike W.
The
panel arrived today. We put it in and it works perfectly. Thanks so
much! - Linda D.
Thank
you for your great work, I received the unit today and re-installed it,
and it works perfectly. - Steve H.
I
received the panel back today, reinstalled it and it works great. Thank
you for your help. - Scott S.
Panel
received today, installed and working like new. You're on my definitely
recommend list. - Gerald H.
Hello,
Mr. Miller; just wanted to thank you for your repair work. The display
is working great in my Sharp. - David L.
Panel
is back in and working perfectly! Thanks for the awesome turn around
and saving me $200. - Evan
William,
I recieved my power panel from you today. You were right about the high
voltage rectifier diode being defective, it was shorted. I ordered the
part from Tritronics and installed the repaired power panel. It works
great! I just hope it will last, I was disappointed with Sharp for
having this problem with a relatively new microwave. I enjoy fixing
things myself whenever I can, thanks for your help, tips, and repair
manual! - Michael D.
I
got my control panel back with new display and button assy and it's
good to have my microwave back in service. Thank you for good service!
- Eddie L.
Thank
you so very much for your help. I will recommend you to anyone. So much
today you get a cold shoulder when asking for help and you went
overboard. - Fred L
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doesn't work because people like to own stuff."
- Frank Zappa, late singer
"That
rifle hanging on the wall of the working-class flat or labourer's
cottage is the symbol of democracy. It is our job to see that it stays
there."
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1983, William earned an Associate of Science degree in Electronics
Engineering Technology (AS-EET) from ITT Technical Institute in
Indianapolis, Indiana, where he also earned an FCC Radiotelephone
License with Radar Endorsement.
He received
additional training from Sharp while employed at their Indiana Master
Service Station for over 7 years.
In
over 25 years as a contractor, employee, and/or freelancer, he has
worked for or with several other major corporations in widely varied
roles in the electronics industry, including:
AT&T Consumer Products
Laboratories
Boehringer-Mannheim (now Roche
Diagnostics)
The Children's Museum of
Indianapolis
Delco-Remy (now Delphi and Remy
International)
EnerDel Lithium Power Systems
Thomson Consumer Electronics
His
portfolio includes high-level electronics design, reverse engineering,
electronic and mechanical fabrication, component-level consumer
electronics repair, and industrial electronics repair.
He also
offers consultation on operational and safety issues, and serves as an
electronics expert witness and consultant in consumer protection
investigations and litigation, offering his services to law firms and
insurance companies and investigators nationwide.
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