bulb at bottom of unit keeps burning out

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03-12-2012, 11:03 AM

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bulb at bottom of unit keeps burning out

Model Number: MH1160xsq Brand: Whirlpool Age: 1 - 5 years

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My tenant tried to replace the bulb at bottom of unit and broke the glass and then tried to get the threaded end out and looks like he shorted the receptacle out...

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03-12-2012, 11:17 AM

Gene

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Originally Posted by tazman 813

My tenant tried to replace the bulb at bottom of unit and broke the glass and then tried to get the threaded end out and looks like he shorted the receptacle out...

If he did not unplug the microwave prior to replace this light bulb, the short in the socket damaged the microwave control board. If you need the correct part number, post the end of the model number.

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My tenant tried to replace the bulb at bottom of unit and broke the glass and then tried to get