Ge Microwave Vent Fan Won T Turn On

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Ge microwave vent fan won t turn on.

This is over the stove model is spacemaker xl1800. I have tried unplugging and allowing it to rest but the fan turned on as soon as i plugged it back in. Vent fan comes on automatically when oven not in use. On several models of microwaves the thermostat is super sensitive causing the exhaust to run longer than needed.

Choose various cooking technologies features and sleek modern appearances for your next microwave. This video provides information on how to troubleshoot a microwave oven and the most likely defective parts associated wit. If the cooktop or oven gets hot enough the vent fan comes on. The fan motor is located at the top rear of the microwave and exhausts the air into the duct system or re circulates into the room through the charcoal filter depending on the installation.

To determine if the fan motor is defective remove the fan motor from the microwave and try turning the fan blades by hand. The exhaust fan thermostat is usually the failed component. If the blades do not turn freely replace the fan motor. Ge microwaves make everyday cooking and cleanup simple and our over the range microwaves are no exception.

O turn freely use a multimeter to test the motor for incoming power and for continuity. Fan comes on automatically when using the microwave. The built in thermostat automatically turns the vent fan on if the unit is too hot and will not turn off until the microwave is cool again. If the fan motor does not turn on when selected you will need to disconnect the power and remove the unit from the wall or cabinet to service.

When it senses heat it turns on the exhaust fan. Microwave automatic fan feature all over the range microwaves have an automatic fan feature to help protect the electronic components and also helps the cooking area get rid of excess heat. Was using the broiler on the stove and the fan started by itself and won t turn off. If you are cooking on the cooktop it can sense the heat and the fan won t turn off until the thermostat cools.

Microwave exhaust fan not working. The fan on my ge microwave will not turn off and is stuck on. Microwave has automatic fan ignition setting pre programmed to keep the unit components from over heating. The oven makes unusual sounds while cooking.