In this article, we’ll take you through the simple process of how to remove the top of your microwave oven. Is it really necessary to have a top on your microwave? No, not really. But, as we all know, nothing is worse than trying to get dinner on the table without being able to see what’s going on in there. The best way is probably always by using a cooking timer and omitting the actual cooking time. The above photo shows what happens when you leave a French fry sitting in your over-heated frying pan for too long (it gets crispy). You can also see how cold the uncooked portion got when removing it from the pan before microwaving it. It’s almost impossible to know whether that French fry will be soggy or crispier if you don’t watch it closely while it cooks inside your oven! So, read on for more information about how to remove the top of your Microwave oven and keep tabs on it after use so that you don’t end up with bad food!
How To Remove Above Stove Microwave
- Remove the top from the microwave oven by removing the two screws on both sides of the microwave.
- Lift off the top.
- Place a large bowl under your microwave to catch any water that may drain out of it while you remove the top.
- Gently remove the plastic lining from your microwave oven by peeling it back with a butter knife and placing it on a clean surface.
- Remove any screws holding down your light bulb or heat sensor by using a screwdriver or similar tool to loosen them and lift out any wires attached to them (they will likely be attached to metal clips).
- Disconnect all wires that run along your unit’s interior wall, including those attached to your light bulb, heat sensor, and door switch, so that you can carefully remove them from their holders on the inside wall of your oven before replacing them in their original locations after removing your top from your unit.
- Remove all screws holding down your door switch and heat sensor (if you have one) by using a screwdriver or similar tool to loosen them and lift out any wires attached to them (they will likely be attached to metal clips).
- Remove all screws holding down your light bulb by using a screwdriver or similar tool to loosen them and lift out any wires attached to them (they will likely be attached to metal clips). These bulbs have been replaced with energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs in most modern models, but some older models still use the old-style incandescent bulbs that are more likely to burn out and need to be replaced.
- Remove all wires running along your unit’s interior wall, including those attached to your light bulb, heat sensor, and door switch, so that you can carefully remove them from their holders on the inside wall of your oven before replacing them in their original locations after removing your top from your unit.
- Place all of the parts removed from your microwave oven into a large bowl or plastic bag so that they don’t get mixed up with other stuff in the trash when you’re done with them.
- Clean out any remaining food crumbs or leftovers from inside the microwave oven by using a moist paper towel or sponge to wipe it clean, then dry it off with a paper towel before replacing it on its stand and screwing down any screws that were loosened while taking everything apart (they will be tight again after being screwed down).
What Can You Do To Remove The Top Of Your Microwave Oven?
- Remove all screws holding down your microwave’s door latch. These screws will likely be attached to a metal clip that holds the latch in place once you remove the screws.
- Remove all screws holding down your unit’s top (or front panel). These screws will likely be attached to a metal clip that holds the top in place once you remove them.
- Unplug your unit’s power cord from its electrical outlet (if it has one) and remove it from its electrical outlet, then lift out any wires running along your unit’s interior wall, including those attached to your light bulb, heat sensor and door switch, so that you can carefully remove them from their holders on the inside wall of your oven before replacing them in their original locations after removing your top from your unit.
- Lift up on the handle of your oven’s front panel and pull it straight out of its slots or slots on the inside wall of your oven so that you can safely lift out any wires running along the inside wall of your oven before replacing them in their original locations after removing your top from your unit.
- Disconnect all wires that run along the interior walls of both sides of an older model microwave oven by using a screwdriver or similar tool to loosen them and lift out any wires attached to them (they will likely be attached to metal clips). These usually attach with small metal clips that are easily removed by hand once they’re free and can then be put back into place when you put your top back down on your unit.
- Unplug the microwave oven’s power cord from its electrical outlet (if it has one) and remove it from its electrical outlet, then lift out any wires running along the interior wall of your oven before replacing them in their original locations after removing you top from your unit.
- Remove all screws holding down the microwave oven’s metal plate (if there are any). These screws will likely be attached to a metal clip that holds the metal plate in place once you remove them.
What’s Not To Do When Removing The Top?
1 . If a metal barn door-style door was used at one time, you will probably have to remove this metal panel (and its door latch) before opening your Oven.
2 . If a plastic window is used, the latch or button on the glass covering this will likely need to be released before removing the glass cover. (It’s usually located directly above or below where the microwave oven’s power cord goes into your oven and it might be hidden from view in an opening at the top of so I recommend removing it first.)
3 . Ensure that both of these metal latches are securely attached to your oven’s inside wall before you begin unplugging any wires running along that wall, using screws and clips still attached to them.
4 . Ensure that you are only pulling wires running along the metal wall of your oven, not the electrical connection (usually a bare copper wire) that is attached to the metal wall at one or more locations within it.
5 . You may want to use some masking tape or similar type of adhesive tape on either side of a wire running along the inside wall of your unit, before removing it. This type of tape is used on two-ply and thick plastic in order to help keep its shape after removal. It’s also useful when replacing this type of wiring – but only to stabilize it and keep it from moving while you’re working with it after taking off your top in order to avoid electric shock when removing any screws aside from ones that attach other items within your unit. If you don’t use this kind of tape, you may be left with bare wires exposed once all screws are removed without attaching them back into their original locations once the top is replaced on your unit – which might pose an electrical shock hazard if touched when in contact with anything more solid than air (like other objects).
Conclusion
Your microwave should be cleaned out and maintained properly so that it performs at its best. However, it’s easy to forget when you’re busy cooking. The best way to clean your microwave is to use a cleaning schedule. Put your device on the clock for the time you’ll be using your microwave and then vacuum or sweep out the inside. If you’re not cleaning your microwave regularly enough, foods will build up and stick to the interior of the oven and create an unhealthy environment for your meal. Follow these steps and your French fries will be fresh and delicious again!
