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Old 10-19-2007, 10:27 PM   #1
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Brand: General Electric
Model Number: JVM1630WB002
Age: 5 - 10 years

This particular microwave had been part of a recall and the magnetron was replaced about 3-4 years ago.

Right now when you start it up it comes on like normal and it sounds normal for about 4 seconds then makes a much deeper sound and does not heat. I have tested the magnetron with an ohm meter and it tested short at the 2 leads and open from each lead to case of magnetron. This model has a thermostat mounted to the magnetron. Could it be the failed part?

What else can I test on this unit to find the defective part?


Thanks in advance,

Barry
 
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Found High Voltage Diode reads 18ohms in both directions. Is it possible that the HV diode is bad but the Magnetron is still good?
 
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