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Question posted by tedmarie on February 26th, 2011

I Need To Replace A Part That Operates The Vent Door. It Stays On Forever.

I need to replace the part that operates the vent door.  The vent door keeps opening and makes a funny bumping noise.  The only way to stop it is to push a portion of the part until you hear a click and then it stops.

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Quick Specs - Page 1

...13" MAX. 12" MIN. 24-1/2 105° Door open (without obstruction) 29-7/8 Minimum distance from bottom of Spacemaker microwave oven to top of range backguard to your Monogram,® GE...Recirculating Venting Dimensions (in inches) Dimensions and Installation Information (in inches) Note: Requires 120V grounded outlet. Ft. PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker® 1.8 Cu. Electrical...
Quick Specs - Page 2

...cleaning • Four-Speed, 300-CFM Venting System with Recirculating Venting Features and Benefits • 1.8 Cu. with recirculating exhaust fan - Make room for faster more even cooking results • Sensor Cooking Control - Large enough to handle 5-qt. Quickly moves smoke and steam from the cooktop • Two Removable Oven Racks - Ft. PNM1871SM GE Profile™ Spacemaker®...
Use and Care Manual - Page 1

...-2 04-09 JR Microwave Spacemaker Oven GEAppliances.com Safety Instructions . . . .2-9 Operating Instructions Auto Features 20 Care and Cleaning 33, 34 Changing the Power Level 13 Cooking Guide . . . . .15, 16 Defrosting Guide . . . . . .18 Exhaust Feature . . . .37, 38 Features of Your Microwave Oven . . . .11, 12 Microwave Terms . . . . . .32 Other Features . . . . . 25-31 Replacing Bulbs...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3

... microwave oven surface when the microwave oven is in use. - Do not leave paper products, cooking utensils or food in the oven when not in operation. ■ As with any openings on the same food portion... when paper, plastic or other combustible materials are placed inside the oven ignite, keep the oven door closed, turn the oven off and disconnect the power cord, or shut off power at the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6

...can be used in microwave ovens. ■ Do not use in order to the dish. Be sure to vent plastic wrap so steam...microwave ovens. Check the package for microwaving. Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNING! Operating Instructions Troubleshooting Tips MICROWAVE-SAFE COOKWARE Make sure all plastic wrap is suitable for microwaving...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10

... only; Recirculating Charcoal Filter Kit (2000 Series models) Filter kits are used when the microwave oven cannot be vented to provide a custom built-in the additional width to the outside. Available at GEAppliances.com. White JX52BL - Black JX81B, JX81H When replacing a 36″ range hood, filler panel kits fill in appearance. Each kit contains...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11

.... The vent door swings open the door. The turntable may vary from your microwave oven. Oven vent(s) and oven light are located on the inside walls of the microwave, or on the inside wall of the microwave oven. 11 Consumer Support Active Vent (on the turntable. Shelf. NOTE: Rating plate is located on the upper left front behind the door. Pull to operate. The door must...
Use and Care Manual - Page 17

...noise may be slit, pierced or vented AFTER food has partially defrosted. Plastic storage containers should not be allowed to a microwave...operating at least partially uncovered. ■ Family-size, prepackaged frozen dinners can be at High power. However, they will need... when the oven is in about half; Rotate or stir food frequently. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions 1 Press...
Use and Care Manual - Page 21

...portion-it may be very hot. NOTE: Do not use tight sealing plastic containers-they don't mislead the sensor. GEAppliances.com Covered Vented Dry off dishes so they can mislead the sensor. If food is undercooked after the countdown, use microwave... microwave oven are essential for additional cooking time. Remove the container with the Beverage feature may result in the oven....
Use and Care Manual - Page 22

...portion-it may result in the center of popcorn. If you can add or subtract 20-30 seconds to 3.5 oz) bag of the microwave.... 2 Press POPCORN for additional cooking time. Press 1 again to Use the Popcorn Feature 1 Follow package instructions, using the Popcorn feature. Safety Instructions Operating..., you open the door while POPCORN is undercooked after the oven starts for...
Use and Care Manual - Page 23

.... ■ Foods that must be reheated uncovered. ■ Foods that need to even out the temperature. Do not open the oven door until time is counting down . Reheated foods may be stirred or rotated....food. The oven starts immediately. Reheat How to 2 cups). 2 The oven signals when steam is best to use this feature twice in succession on the same food portion-it and press...
Use and Care Manual - Page 24

... oven door until time is sensed and the time remaining begins counting down . Follow package instructions for canned vegetables. For chicken or fish, press the CHICKEN/FISH pad once for chicken pieces or twice for additional cooking time. If food is opened, close it may result in the oven. Pierce skin with lid or vented...
Use and Care Manual - Page 28

...vent fan removes steam and other vapors from too much heat. It automatically turns on or off . The fan will automatically turn the fan off . 28 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support It may stay on some models) for extra fan speed. Safety Instructions Operating...the microwave from surface cooking. Be careful touching the turntable during and after the cooktop and microwave ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 36

... some models Oven Light Replace the burned-out bulb with the same size and type bulb, then replace the light socket and cover. 6 Replace the grille and screws. Lift the cover off . Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 36 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Replacing the light bulbs. Connect electrical power to the left of the top opening the door makes grille...
Use and Care Manual - Page 37

...side of the microwave. Reusable Grease Filter (on all models) Reusable Grease Filter The reusable grease filter traps grease released by foods on some models) The Vent Fan The vent fan has ...inside of the opening. The grease filter should be in hot water and detergent. Pull it will darken the metal. Light brushing can be used . Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 38

...oven as shown. It will be replaced when it is not vented...filter into the top opening the door makes grille removal easier). ...Replace the grille and screws. To Remove Charcoal Filter To remove the charcoal filter, disconnect power at an angle on 2 side support tabs and in place and sliding the grille to 12 months, depending on top of the right rear tab. Safety Instructions Operating...
Use and Care Manual - Page 39

... power level when it back in. breaker tripped. Power surge. • Unplug the microwave oven; "SENSOR ERROR" appears When using a Sensor on the oven is not closed. • Open and close the door securely. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you may not need to call for service... then plug it is shown counting down on the following...
Use and Care Manual - Page 40

... thumping sound while oven is running, to hear a clicking noise as possible, or check the position and signal of the TV/radio antenna. ■ The Active Vent door (on the oven door and walls while cooking. It is also normal to keep the electronics cool. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Before you call for service... Wipe the moisture off with the microwave.
Use and Care Manual - Page 43

... GE Will Replace: For GE and GE Profile Models: One Year From the date of the original purchase Any part of the microwave oven which fails due...implied warranties of the product or damage to the product if it is needed to state. For GE Profile Models ONLY: Five Years From the date ... Instructions Operating Instructions GE Microwave Oven Warranty. Warrantor: General Electric Company.
Use and Care Manual - Page 44

... it on -line. You may cause unsafe operation. For greater convenience and faster service, you receive from your door. For the hearing impaired, please call 800.GE.CARES (800.432...of your warranty, should be there after your appliance? Other servicing generally should the need arise. Real Life Design Studio GEAppliances.com GE supports the Universal Design concept-products, ...

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