GE Uneven Heating

Microwave cooks unevenly; some areas of food are cold while others are hot.

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Possible Causes

Turntable not rotating properly, Food not arranged or stirred, Low magnetron output, Damaged stirrer fan (if equipped)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Use microwave-safe containers and avoid overfilling dishes.

  • Verify turntable operation: Ensure the turntable rotates smoothly during cooking.
  • Use proper cookware: Use round, shallow microwave-safe dishes and cover food to retain steam.
  • Stir and rotate: Pause cooking to stir or rearrange food for more even heating.
  • Stirrer inspection (advanced): Some GE models use a stirrer fan behind a cover in the cavity ceiling. If the cover is warped or the fan is not turning, a technician should inspect and replace the stirrer assembly.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

Stirrer Fan Assembly
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