Extending The Life Of Your Microwave Oven

Are you the type of person that takes exceptional care of all your belongings? Is your home always spotlessly clean? Do your appliances last longer than 10 years? If this is you or you aspire to become like this, then you are on the right track. For me it’s easy to be like this, the reason being that most of the good things in my home were a gift to me from somebody I care about. I’m sentimentally attached to them and would hate to lose any of them. For example, my blender was a first wedding anniversary gift from my wife. Not only would I be saddened, if it stopped working, she would be too.Luckily, we have a store for appliance parts nearby.

6 tips to increase the longevity of a microwave oven

After my best friend from school gave me a microwave oven for my last Birthday, I did a little research on how to keep it in top condition. Here is what I learnt:

Keep it clean – using your microwave can sometimes be messy and leave small patches of spilled food inside. Clean it quickly after every use, food stains left inside can absorb the microwave’s energy when used again. Remember to unplug it before starting.

Use the correct dishware – only use microwave safe dishware to avoid accidents or overheating. Check a dish for the microwave-safe label before using it and ensure there is no aluminium foil inside.

Use preset times – to avoid overcooking your food, stick to the preprogramed timing options on the control panel. This will also ensure the unit inside is not damaged by overheating.

Prevent door damage - doors are the most abused part of the microwave. The latches in the door prevent it from microwaving when open. Closing the door carelessly or opening while in use can damage the switches inside or blow a safety fuse.

Avoid running when empty – the energy produced when the microwave is empty is absorbed by the parts inside like the magnetron or glass. These parts can be spoiled by this exposure and might need to be replaced.

Respect weight limitations–before using heavy dishes or large frozen items, check the weight capacity of your microwave. Excessively heavy items can mechanically strain and damage the motor or turntable.

Contact an expert

Basic maintenance reduces wear and tear and expands the life of your microwave oven. With access to a microwave parts near me, replacing light bulbs, door latches, turntables and motors is safe and affordable. Most of these problems will be easy to diagnose by you or a manager at the appliance part store near you.

It is important to keep in mind that microwave ovens use complex electrical systems. The capacitor in an oven might maintain a large charge even after it has been unplugged. Never try to repair electrical microwave parts on your own. Call an appliance parts el paso colorado to inquire if it would be worth repairing or replacing the item.

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