Ge Microwave: arcing

Based on 2 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for arcing: Clean scorch marks on the magnetron cover (100% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Damaged magnetron (2 mentions)
  • Scorch marks on magnetron cover (2 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Clean scorch marks on the magnetron cover

    Success rate: 50.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Replace the damaged magnetron and clean the waveguide

    Success rate: 50.0% DIY: Yes Medium

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Analysis based on 2 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Microwave had arcing from magnetron antenna to waveguide. I ...
  2. GE microwave arcing electricity

Community Discussions

arcing electricity

Cleaned scorch marks on the magnetron cover, which resolved the arcing issue.

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arcing noise from magnetron antenna

Replace the damaged magnetron and clean the waveguide; consider replacing the waveguide cover.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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