Teka Turntable Drive Failure

Turntable does not rotate during cooking, but heating still works.

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.

Possible Causes

Broken or worn turntable motor,Stripped turntable coupler,Obstructed roller ring,Turntable off mode enabled (if available)

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

User checks:

Ensure the turntable function is not disabled via a control setting (some Teka models allow turning the turntable off).
Remove the glass tray and roller ring; clean both and the cavity floor.
Inspect the plastic coupler that fits onto the motor shaft for cracks or wear.
Reassemble and test; if the tray still does not rotate, proceed to motor inspection.

Motor replacement (technician or skilled DIY):

Unplug the microwave and remove the bottom panel or access cover.
Disconnect the turntable motor wires and remove mounting screws.
Install a compatible Teka turntable motor and reassemble.

Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Turntable Motor

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