Ge Microwave: not powering on

Based on 9 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not powering on: Check and replace the 20amp buss fuse (50.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Blown fuse (3 mentions)
  • Faulty interlock switch (1 mentions)
  • Bad wire connection (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Check and replace the 20amp buss fuse

    Success rate: 11.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Check for faulty interlock switch or blown fuse

    Success rate: 11.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

  3. Inspect for bad wire connection

    Success rate: 11.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

50.0% DIY Success Rate

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Analysis based on 4 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. GE JES1072SH1SS sparked and died
  2. GE microwave no power
  3. Call for repairs or just replace my dead 2014 GE microwave?
  4. Microwave no power

Community Discussions

no power

Check and replace the 20amp buss fuse; the blown thermal fuse is likely not the cause.

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completely dead, no power, no lights

Possible issues include a blown fuse or bad wire connection.

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sparked and died

Possible blown fuse or faulty interlock switch

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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