Open the door and close securely.
Ge above stove microwave not heating.
If the microwave runs but is not heating it could be one of many components.
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To determine if any of the door switches are defective use a multimeter to test each of the switches for continuity.
Door not securely closed.
Start button not pressed after entering cooking selection.
Our ge over the range microwave stopped working.
If the microwave runs but is not heating it could be one of many components.
Make sure the timer function was not inadvertently used.
Mangetron assembly is the device that generates the microwave heat.
This could be caused by a problem with the high voltage diode which helps to power the magnetron.
Pull the plug out of the wall power supply and wait a moment.
Microwave runs but does not heat.
When the diode fails it is often visibly burned out.
We took it apart to find what was wrong and how to resolve it.
How to test a microwave high voltage diode with a multimeter.
So if you are sitting there and wondering why is my microwave not heating up then the short guide here will help.
Your microwave may turn on but not heat up.
Check to ensure the door is closed firmly.
This confirms the engagement of the door s safety mechanisms.
Plug not fully inserted into wall outlet.
Control panel lighted yet oven will not start.
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If the diode burns out the magnetron won t receive enough voltage to operate preventing the microwave from heating.
Microwave runs but does not heat.
Perform a hard reset.
Inspect the diode and if the diode is burned out replace it.
Make sure the 3 prong plug on the oven is fully inserted into wall outlet.
You will need to reset the time of day if you perform a hard reset.
Plug the ge microwave back into the wall power supply to reset any anomalies with the microwave s memory.
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Locate and remove your high voltage diode to test it for continuity.
The most likely reason why your microwave is not heating up is either the magnetron is damaged or the components that power the magnetron are damaged.
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Unplug the microwave oven then plug it back in.
If any of the door switches does not have continuity replace it.
This high voltage powers the magnetron to heat the food.