Built-in microwave oven temp sensor

Jul 30, 2005 6 Replies

My mom's Kenmore built-in microwave oven die recently.



My understanding is that the two common causes of microwave oven failure are a blown fuse and and a failed high-temperature sensor.



Didn't see a fuse in this one, though maybe there is one way in the back, would a built-in typically have a separate fuse or just rely on the house circuit breaker like most other appliances?



I removed the temperature sensor from the top of the oven. This is the high-temp safety switch, not the food temperature sensor. Am I correct to assume that if it is functional it will be normally closed?



As they say on the net, thanks in advance.


Hi,

Model#? Kenmore is made by several different companies....

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Some model# helps.

For the most part yes, not a sensor but there will be a couple of overheat thermostats and oftne is a flame switch as well as the fuse.

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jeff. Appliance Repair Aid

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Hi,

Most do not :(

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jeff. Appliance Repair Aid

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IF you have a blown fuse make sure to get an exact replacement...then make certain that the waveguide covers are in tact...some microwaves have cardboard covers and they get removed/ damaged during cleaning which allows moisture into the waveguide ....well the the fuse blows...If you have plastic ones perhaps they are cracked?....just a thought....good luck , Ross

Funny this appeared just now. A few minutes ago, the microwave was cooking and apparently (don't really know) was programmed with way too large time. Anyway the food burned. I stopped the oven with no problem. Everything seemed ok, however, after about

5 m> My mom's Kenmore built-in microwave oven die recently.

If repair efforts fail or are a big hassle be aware that prices have fallen drastically.

Lou

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