DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lamp retaining spring on a Kitchenaid microwave (Model #KMBP100ESS01). The most common reason for replacing the spring is if the lamp is not securely fastened to the frame.
All of the information for this microwave light retaining spring replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kitchenaid, Whirlpool
Tools used: multi-screwdriver
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Microwave Oven -Model KMBP100ESS01
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KitchenAid Built-In Microwave Oven Lamp Retaining Spring Replacement
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ATTENTION: TOOLS & ASSISTANCE NEEDED:
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Step 1: You will need a Phillips-head screwdriver or a quarter-inch nut driver and an assistant to help move heavy microwave.
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"Step 2: Before you begin, be sure to turn off the power supply to the oven junction box. "
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Step 3: Open the oven door and remove any racks from the oven along with the turntable and support.
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Step 4: Now use a Phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the mounting flanges to the cabinet.
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Step 5: Remove the washers as well if still intact.
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Step 6: Now have an assistant to help you pull the appliance out of the cabinet and set it on a sturdy surface.
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Step 7: Be aware that if the conduit cable is not long enough to move the microwave oven you will need to disconnect the power and grounding wires and remove the conduit cable from the junction box.
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Step 8: Use a Phillips-head screwdriver or a quarter-inch nut driver to unthread the four screws securing the top acces panel.
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Step 9: Lift the panel up then slide forward to remove.
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Step 10: Pull the front and side retaining tabs back to release the main control board and move it out of the way.
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"Step 11: You can now detach the lamp retaining spring, if still intact, and slide it off the lamp connector. "
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Step 12: Install the new lamp retaining spring by sliding it over the lamp connector.
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Step 13: Reinsert the lamp in the hole and position the new retaining spring to secure.
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Step 14: Reseat the main control board by first positioning the rear edge under the tabs then secure the board under the front and side tabs.
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Step 15: Replace the top access panel by inserting the rear edge first.
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Step 16: Secure it with the screws.
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"Step 17: With an assistant, return the microwave oven to the cabinet and push it into position. "
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Step 18: Insert the washers into the holes in the flanges then thread the two screws to secure the flanges to the cabinet.
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Step 19: Replace the support and align the turntable on the coupling.
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Step 20: Turn on the power supply back on to the microwave.
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Congrats! Your microwave oven is ready for use.