Amica
Insufficient Ventilation or Overheating
Microwave exterior (top or sides) becomes excessively hot during use.
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Possible Causes
Blocked vents, Installation too close to cabinets, Failed cooling fan, Continuous high-power operation without rest
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Turn off and allow to cool if the exterior is too hot to touch.
- Check clearances: Ensure the Amica microwave has the minimum clearances specified in the manual on all sides and above.
- Clear obstructions: Move any items blocking vents or placed on top of the microwave.
- Fan check: Listen for the cooling fan during operation. If silent, the fan motor may be faulty.
- Usage pattern: Avoid running multiple long, high-power cycles back-to-back without short cooling periods.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Cooling Fan Motor
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