[Jean]

My Grandson is renting an apartment in Madison WI. His GE Microwave Model # JVM131K002 door had a hole on the inside window. Is it safe for him to use or should the door be replaced?

[Admin / APP Team]

Hi Grandma

In my opinion, it's not safe to use a microwave if the door is damaged in any way, especially if there is a hole in it (even if the hole is on the inside). Unfortunately, the inner door film is no longer available and the door is not available as an assembly (see attached diagram). Might just be time for a new microwave.

JVM131K02.pdf

[MicrowaveDisplaycom]

The holes in the metal screen are of a size small enough that blocks microwaves from getting through the glass to the user.

If the metal screen / mesh has not been damaged by arcing or rust, then he can clean it squeaky clean and apply clear packing tape over the hole from the inside. If it's not clean, it won't stick.

If the screen / mesh is damaged, that will allow microwaves to escape and the door assembly would have to be replaced. That would not be economical.