JNM3184DP9BB General Electric Microwave - Instructions

I followed the generic trouble shooting directions on the web site. It suggested either diode, capacitor and/or magnetron. I test each. All tested OK except diode. It was supposed to measure open in one direction and appox 200k ohms in the other direction. My diode measured open in both directions (tried multiple times, multiple settings). I replaced the diode. The order process was great and it shipped immediately. I knew I was in trouble when I measured the new diode and it too was open in both directions. It was easy to install but unfortunately no joy - did not solve the problem. At this point it is likely cheaper just to buy a new one

just in 1 2 3 step easy way. First unplug the power cord,use a small flat-head screwdriver to pull out the plastic rivet pin,rotate the old cover counter clockwise to removed lift out the blade assembly, install the new cover stirrer fan by first positioning the blade assembly then align the cover and rotate it clockwise to secure, then replace the mounting plastic rivet pin;with the repair completed, plug the power cord back in and your microwave oven should be ready for use again. : )

Followed the instructions on your website and a YouTube video. The diode was at a 90 degree angle which made it a little trickier. Unfortunately the repair did not resolve the problem. I ended up buying a new microwave for temporary use for less than ordering any more parts. We are pleased with your website, instructions, ease of installation though!

I attached the mounting plate to the wall as directed in the installation instructions which I had downloaded from GE. This procedure took 45 minutes to complete. I was then able to mount the microwave.

1. Removed the plastic rivet holding the stirrer fan cover in place.
2. Slipped a small pry bar under the cover to allow room to grip the cover and pull it out of its setting.
3. Removed the stirrer fan and placed in new cover.
4. Disposed of old rivet and cover.
5. Aligned new cover with rivet hole and pushed it up and into place.
6. The rivet comes in two (2) pieces: the actual rivet and a locking collar.
7. Pushed the rivet locking collar in place and pushed rivet into the collar.

Unscrewed the vent at top of microwave exposing small access to bulb. The access to this was very limited so that was the major issue in changing the bulb. You needed small hands to do the job.

Gently remove plastic rivet holding cover in place.Rotate cover slightly and pull down. Remove stirrer fan from old cover and place on new cover. Place cover back in microwave and rotate till rivet hole lines up and replace rivet. Done.

Remove pin and shift old cover plate clockwise to release cover. Remove and insert fan into new cover and replace cover by inserting cover plate tabs and turning counter clockwise. Insert new pin to connect new cover plate.

Required removing the old unit and disconnecting the exhaust ductwork and drilling new holes for attachment to the cabinet

I used a flat screwdriver blade to push out the rivet. Then used the screwdriver to loosen the fan cover and gave it a little twist. It came out with no problem. There was some grease build up on the aluminum fan, so I cleaned it. I placed the clean fan into the new fan cover and put it back in place in the microwave. There are several notches to match up, and then I gave it a slight twist to secure the notches. Then, the new rivet was put into the hole and pushed to make it secure. Finished!

My oven is installed above the counter making it a bit difficult to reach the screws closest to the wall. Instructions should note that both harnesses need to be disconnected and that there are two screws, not one holding the motor. This one issue made it frustrating since that screw is located towards the back away from your vision. This is when the flash light and a bit of contortions were required.

My Son -in- law did it, removed the pivot pin removed the Cover and fan blade by turning it counter clockwise , Then replaced fan blade and cover and turning it clockwise and replaced the pivot pin .

Googled problem, removed diode, checked with meter and it was open, ordered new diode, checked new diode and it read open, installed. Any way, it didn't work. Went and bought new microwave!!

Use a butter knife to pop small plastic pin out and turn to remove. Used the metal pinwheel from old one and placed it back up in the microwave. Never heard of this being possible, but it seems to happen per the website and many other comments.

This repai me couldn’t have been simpler! I noticed that the stirrer fan cover on our microwave had melted areas. My husband suggested we just buy a new microwave. As the handywoman of the family, I searched online to see if it was a fix that I could handle. I ordered a part for less than $20 and fixed it in about 30 seconds! All I had to do was pop out the plastic screw, put the fan in the new cover, and pop it back into place!