Kitchenaid Microwave Light Bulb Change

It still turns both ways when it is pushed in.

Kitchenaid microwave light bulb change.

Assuming it should be a simple task to replace the interior light bulb in my kitchenaid microwave which sits on top of the oven a combo unit containing both appliances model emc378kss01 i looked for a way to access the recessed light bulb compartment on the roof of the microwave. The light bulb burned out so i ordered a replacement bulb from the kitchenaid website. You are able to grasp the light bulb and turn it both clockwise and counter clockwise. Do not open the package or touch the bulb with your fingers.

When you push it in it seems that there is a spring in the socket as well. They may have changed it. It is really easy to replace the bulb 4452164 on a kitchenaid microwave and you dont have remove the entire unit from the wall as suggested in the blog. If it has a glass cover that says 5w and have one small circular screw do the following.

Most microwaves are equipped with an internal light that turns on when the door is opened or when the microwave is operational. I installed the bulb and now it will not turn off or even c read more. Close bulb cover replace vent grille and secure with screws at the top of the vent grille. How to change the cooktop light bulb on your kitchenaid microwave.

Unplug the microwave or disconnect power. If your exterior light bulb has not been changed before it is probably held in place with some silicone. You will need to cut away this silicone to remove the old bulb. I have a kitchenaid over the counter microwave oven.

This small halogen light is not necessary for the microwave to work but. To access the exterior light bulb you will need to remove the panel on the bottom of the microwave using a phillips screwdriver. Remove the two screws on the top of the vent grille tilt the grille forward and lift it out open bulb cover and replace bulb with an incandescent style light bulb.