Privileg No Heat – High-Voltage Circuit Failure

Microwave runs but does not heat; no error code displayed; light and turntable operate normally.

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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

Failed magnetron,Open high-voltage diode,Open high-voltage capacitor,Failed high-voltage transformer

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Critical safety warning: The high-voltage section can be lethal. If you are not trained in microwave repair, do not attempt to service internal HV components.

User-level checks:

  • 1. Confirm symptom: Heat a large mug of water on full power for 2–3 minutes. If the water remains cold, heating is not occurring.
  • 2. Check door closure: Ensure the door closes firmly and there are no gaps. A faulty door switch can also prevent heating, even if the unit appears to run.

Technician-level checks:

  • Test door interlock switches first, as they are safer to access.
  • Discharge the high-voltage capacitor safely before testing the diode, capacitor, transformer, and magnetron.
  • Replace the defective component(s) with Privileg-compatible parts.

Recommendation: For most users, a no-heat condition requires professional service or replacement of the microwave.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Magnetron
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