Balay Mechanical Vibration or Fan/Turntable Noise

Microwave is excessively noisy during operation; rattling, grinding, or scraping sounds are heard.

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

Possible Causes

Loose internal fan blade,Debris in cooling fan,Turntable support or tray misaligned,Loose mounting screws on magnetron or transformer

Safety: Unplug the microwave before inspection.

User-level checks:

Remove and reseat the glass tray and support ring correctly.
Ensure there are no foreign objects under the turntable or support ring.
Check that the microwave is level on the countertop or properly secured in the cabinet.

Technician-level:

Inspect the cooling fan for debris or bent blades and clean or replace as needed.
Tighten mounting screws on the magnetron, transformer, and other large components.

Medium 3/5

Cooling Fan Motor

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