FFCE1638LS
Frigidaire FFCE1638LS Microwave Repair
Most common issues on this model
- Food that stays cold while the unit runs
- Door that will not open or will not latch
- Touch pad keys that stick or do not register
- Turntable that does not turn or wobbles
The FFCE1638LS is a 1.6 cu. ft. Frigidaire countertop microwave with a stainless steel finish, electronic touch controls and a turntable. Frigidaire has discontinued it, though plenty of Houston kitchens still have one running.
A countertop microwave plugs into a standard outlet and sits on a counter or a cart, so we can often look at it in your kitchen. If it runs but does not heat, we test the high-voltage parts after unplugging it and discharging it safely. A door that will not latch points to the door switches and the latch hooks, and a turntable problem usually involves the motor, the coupler or the roller ring.
On a small microwave the math matters more than on a built-in, so when a fix would land near the cost of a new one we say that out loud and leave the choice to you. The label tells us the exact model and serial for parts. Nothing starts until you approve the written price, and the repair is warranted for 30 days.
Key features
- Countertop microwave with 1.6 cu. ft. of space
- Stainless steel exterior
- Touch pad controls
- Rotating glass turntable
Error codes this model can show
Is it worth fixing a 1.6 cu. ft. countertop microwave?
That depends on what failed. A turntable motor or door switch is a modest repair, while a dead high-voltage part can approach the price of a new microwave. You get that comparison in writing before work begins.
Why does my microwave run but the food stays cold?
The fan, light and turntable can all run while the heating system is dead. We check the door switches first, then the fuse and the high-voltage parts, because the cause is often something small before it is something large.
Why do the touch controls on my FFCE1638LS not respond?
Moisture or grease under the touch panel can cause stuck or dead keys. We test the panel and its ribbon connection. If the panel is worn through, replacement is the fix, and we price it before ordering.
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