GE Advantium Microwave Halogen Lightbulb Replacement (Do It Yourself)

Step 4 Bulb Replacement

Although the picture is poor, if you look inside the unit you will see a small shiny reflector that hides the bulb. If you place a flashlight in the microwave pointing up, it will be easier to locate the bulb. The reflector is simply a "pinch fit" into the unit. Sqweeze it a bit, making sure not to bend it and it will come right out where you can work with it.

Comments

[atomicbelay]

Thanks a million for this! I have one question , what is the two prong object on the left connected to the two wires (1 red) ? I unplugged it by accident and spun it with the side of my hand. Will it make a difference how i reconnect? I dont want to have a "Lethal Weapon" moment and incorrectly connect the wrong wire.

[putnamcs]

Sorry I have been so late to reply. I can't remember the name of that part that got disconnected, but several years ago, mine failed and I had to replace it to keep the microwave working. At this point, you probably have already determined the how to reconnect it and have come up with a solution. I think it may have been called a thermocouple but I am not sure if there is a polarity to the device. I would guess not since the prongs are not different sizes. I'm glad this instructable helped and I appreciate your kind comment. I hope everything works out for you.

[MikeBMcGuire]

Hello,

I have this same GE Advantium halogen microwave but purchased it in 1999. Model # SCA2000BBB 03. I was excited to see your post, joined up, and downloaded the pdf. My original "just light up the inside when the door opens" bulb went out several years ago and even though under extended warranty, the man who came to replace the bulb basically "gave up" after literally trying to take the whole right side of the unit apart . . . we knew where the bulb was but couldn't figure out how to get to it. I feared he would never get it back together (parts all over the kitchen!)

Rather than being "in the top", this bulb is visible behind a "screen" (holes in metal) on the right side of the interior as you look in. Can you please help me?

Thanks!

[putnamcs]

Try bulb 56912B in the diagrams I sent you. That might be the bulb you are looking for.

[MikeBMcGuire]

I think it is the correct bulb . . . the mystery is how to get at it.

Thanks again!

[putnamcs]

I found an exploded diagram for your microwave, but can't find any bulbs on the side of the unit. Hopefully, this diagram can help you get this challenge figured out. Can you post some pictures of your micowave interior? Good luck.

Here is the link: http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/microwaves/helpcenter/breakdowns/ge/ge-sca2000bbb.html

[MikeBMcGuire]

Hi,
Thanks for your reply. Here are pictures of the inside/right side of the microwave . . . . basically behind the control panel. You can see the bulb behind the mesh if you look closely.

I looked but couldn't find the bulb on the diagrams you sent . . I am thankful but still not sure how to fix this thing.

Thanks so much!

[Jason B]

I just did this and got a 25 watt bulb from home depo. It's bright and looks great. Made by Feit Electric, 2000 hour life supposedly.

[Jason B]

Here's a pic of the 25 watt bulb in action.

[Jason B]

Full shot of kitchen...

[putnamcs]

Make sure you take advantage of the fruits of your labor (and the money you saved) and take yourself out to a nice dinner.

[Jason B]

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[lalogan]

Thank you! GE was very unhelpful and made it tough to get a hand in there to change the bulb. You made it easy (and saved us the cost of a service call to replace a bulb!) and we appreciate having that info. Thank you again.

[microwavedisplayDOTcom]

You can usually find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here: http://tinyurl.com/gv383

[putnamcs]

Thanks for the resource. Here is a good resource too:
GE MICROWAVE OVEN Just click on one of the "browse subcomponents" links below after you open the page.

[ted_sd]

Got the bulb out (it was bad). Unfortunately discovered the small 1x1 piece of glass under it is broken. Any idea where to get a replacement? Part number etc

[putnamcs]

I consider myself lucky that I have only had to replace the bulb. I have never ordered any other parts. I have found that the Sears parts store both in town and online, can usually get me any part I need. Online, you might even be able to find an exploded diagram of your machine. Sears calls the machine something else, but they are basically identical.

[ted_sd]

WOW - absolutely amazing. Thank You BTW my fan continues running after the food is done when I use the micro express mode - any ideas?

[putnamcs]

Than you for the comment. As far as the fan goes...What I have noticed is that when 'I' use the Advantium for an extended amount of time, the fan comes on automatically to cool the unit (I cannot make the fan stop at all). This happens most often with foods that create a lot of moisture. As far as a connection with the micro-express mode...I have no suggestions. Sorry.

[Arlene]

Thank you so much....you saved my sanity...it works!

[putnamcs]

You are very welcome.