Having a microwave without light doesn’t really affect the performance. However, it helps you monitor your food as it is cooking. If your Sharp microwave light bulb isn’t working and you would like to replace it this article is for you.
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How to Replace a Sharp Microwave Light Bulb
If the light in your Sharp microwave isn’t working, the light bulb is probably faulty. To learn how to replace a Sharp microwave light bulb, follow the steps listed below…
Step 1: Turn off and unplug the microwave.
Step 2: Take out the screws at the back and side of the microwave. There should be four at the back and one at the side.
Step 3: Push the microwave cover out enough to gain access to the bulb.
Step 4: Take out the screw which holds the light bulb in place.
Step 5: Disconnect the two wires connected to the bulb.
Step 6: Get a new bulb and connect the wires to it.
Step 7: Hold the bulb down with the screw.
Step 8: Push the microwave cover back and hold it in place with the screws.
Step 9: Plug the microwave back in.
The video below will give you a visual of how to replace the light bulb in a Sharp microwave.
Sharp Carousel Microwave Light Won’t Turn Off
If your Sharp microwave light refuses to go off, it is the result of a faulty door switch. To replace the door switch in a Sharp microwave, follow the steps listed down below…
Step 1: First, turn the microwave off then unplug it from the outlet.
Step 2: Take out all the screws which secure the microwave cover.
Step 3: After taking out all the screws, remove the microwave cover and set it aside.
Step 4: There are usually three door switches in a microwave. Locate the top door switch and press the small button on it. If the button feels loose when pressed, it is faulty. However, if there is a strong click, the door switch is still good.
Step 5: Do this same test with the other screws.
Step 6: Take out the screw near the top door switch.
Step 7: Remove the door latch bracket to gain access to the other screw at the bottom.
Step 8: Take out the screw there as well.
Step 9: Take out the door switch holder.
Step 10: Remove the faulty door switch from the holder.
Step 11: Note where each wire goes then disconnect them from the faulty door switch.
Step 12: Get a new door switch and connect the wires to the right terminals.
Step 13: Place the door switch back in the holder.
Step 14: Reposition the door switch holder and hold it in place with the screws at the bottom and top.
Step 15: Return the door latch bracket.
Step 16: Reposition the microwave cover and hold it in place with the screws.
Step 17: Plug the microwave back in.
Watch the video below if you would like a visual on how to replace a Sharp microwave door switch.
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