Farberware No Power – Primary Power Circuit Failure

Microwave display is dead; no lights, no response, unit appears completely off.

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Safety Warning

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.

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Possible Causes

Blown internal fuse, faulty power cord, failed line filter board, tripped household breaker

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the microwave before any inspection.

External checks:

  • Confirm the outlet has power by testing with another appliance.
  • Check your home's breaker panel and reset any tripped breaker.
  • Inspect the power cord for cuts, burns, or kinks. Do not use the unit if the cord is damaged.

Internal fuse (technician-level):

  • Most Farberware microwaves have an internal ceramic fuse on the line filter board or near the power entry.
  • Accessing and replacing the fuse requires removing the outer cover and working near high-voltage components. If the fuse is blown, it may indicate a deeper fault (shorted HV components or door switch issues).

Because of the risk and the need to identify the root cause, internal fuse replacement should be done by a qualified technician.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Internal Line Fuse
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