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Question posted by clomas on October 10th, 2012

My Microwave Oven Wmh1163xvq-1 Turns On And Rotates,but No Heat.

When I try to heat a cup of coffee I use 70 sec on high. Hit start and it turns on and table turns, but when it's cycle is over it is barely warm. If I do the same thing but using 80% , you can hear it cycle on and off. but no better.

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Answer #1: Posted by mabraham1 on November 13th, 2012 8:56 PM

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The magnetron in your microwave is broken. This is the part that emits high-frequency energy to heat the food (see diagram). The fan and rotating plate work because those are separate components. Fixing the magnetron is more expensive than just purchasing a new microwave appliance.

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Dimension Guide - Page 1

... Roof Venting NOTE: The minimum 3" (7.6 cm) clearance must exist between the top of the microwave oven and the rectangular to Round Transition for each vent piece used . Roof cap: 3 " x 10" = 24 ft (8.3 x 25.4 cm = ...on type of vent. Vent extension piece, at least 3" (7.6 cm) high Because Whirlpool Corporation policy includes a continuous commitment to change materials and specifications ...

Installation Instructions - Page 1

... and on your appliance. WARNING You can kill or hurt you don't follow instructions. Table of others . See "Installation Requirements" section for use above electric or gas cooking products up to Wall 8 Prepare Upper Cabinet 8 Install Damper Assembly 9 Install the Microwave Oven 9 Complete Installation 10 VENTING DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS 11 ASSISTANCE 12 Replacement Parts 12...

Installation Instructions - Page 2

... Roof Venting Installation Only: ■ If you are for cooking. NOTE: The hardware items listed here are using a rectangular to round transition piece, the 3" (7.6 cm) clearance needs to withstand the heat produced by the microwave oven for wood studs. Read and follow the instructions provided with your builder or cabinet supplier to make sure...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

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Installation Instructions - Page 4

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Installation Instructions - Page 5

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Installation Instructions - Page 6

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Installation Instructions - Page 7

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Installation Instructions - Page 8

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Installation Instructions - Page 9

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Installation Instructions - Page 10

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Installation Instructions - Page 11

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Owners Manual - Page 2

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Owners Manual - Page 3

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Owners Manual - Page 4

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Owners Manual - Page 5

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