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Microwave Tripping Breaker, Easy Fix. Mulitmeter Lesson, Blown Fuse

Microwave dead, no power? Don't throw out that microwave just yet! Here are some troubleshooting tips that could save you a lot of $$.
Did you know it could just be a blown fuse inside the microwave?
These tips cover a RV Frigidaire Microwave/ convection oven. Stay tuned for how to use a multimeter to troubleshoot electronics.
Also see RV power management: • Managing RV Power With...
I'm Bobby Gene, retired young to be caregiver for my wife, but after losing her to brain cancer I set out on motorcycle for three years to seek healing. To close the book on that final chapter, I've sold our home and moved into an RV, 'The Independence', with my car 'The Lieutenant' in tow, Together we travel as far as possible, hoping to inspire others who have suffered a loss, while discovering new destinations, new challenges, and amazing people.
Email me for travel suggestions, or meet up info while in your area:
B.Genestherapy@gmail.com
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  • @GenesTherapy
    @GenesTherapy5 жыл бұрын

    Also see RV Power Management: kzread.info/dash/bejne/i6untNuGnNDVgpc.html

  • @amirzakrishan
    @amirzakrishan2 жыл бұрын

    That scare was revolutionary, yes you got me bro. Paused the video to write this.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haha

  • @loganx1067
    @loganx10675 жыл бұрын

    You got me when you put the fuse back in! Haha. Thanks for another great video. I enjoy the maintenance and repair videos. Keep up the good work!

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Logan!

  • @1RodeoMom
    @1RodeoMom5 жыл бұрын

    Yes you did you bad dogg!! LOL!! Just what I needed is your humor right now as I sit with my in-laws helping 85 yr old MIL get back to health! Nice Work! Thank you! :)

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Well I'm glad it provided some relieve through your difficult time, hope she gets well soon :)

  • @1RodeoMom

    @1RodeoMom

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@GenesTherapyThank you and yes after yesterday's Dr.s visit and some important medicine she is coming back to her old self! I may be able to go home and continue downsizing.....sigh! :)

  • @photoshopuser3237
    @photoshopuser32375 жыл бұрын

    Aside from scaring the bejesus out of me...with that flash...I have to say thank you for showing me how to do this (correctly). I did miss how to use the voltage battery tester so I will have to watch it again. I hope my microwave never does this by the way. As a single person who has had to deal with household emergencies I've done pretty well still alive. Your advice is good and I always learn from guys who explain things so that I understand them. (the advice) I didn't major in electronics or math- - I'm just a retired art teacher. ha. I do enjoy your vids and hope to see you sometime in Central Florida, WDW or wherever. Thanks again for the info on the fuse in the microwave - who knew...

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your kind words Lola, I like to add a little something extra to videos to help them be remembered.

  • @monanemetchek9799
    @monanemetchek97995 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much for all your helpful and entertaining videos. Never knew a simple fuse and door switch replacement on our larger microwave that died a while back ago would bring power back! Thanks so much for helping us inexpensively fix our old microwave.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome Mona, your comment made making the video worth every minute!

  • @monanemetchek9799

    @monanemetchek9799

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@GenesTherapy Please keep making your incredibly entertaining and informative videos and we will keep watching!

  • @bgd5339
    @bgd53395 жыл бұрын

    Yep! You got me alright. I was not expecting that. Good job! That was an easy enough fix. I didn't realize that there was a fuse in the microwave. I'll have to remember that. 😀

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes I wonder how many people got took by a repairman replacing a fuse and charged for something more...or they threw their microwave out altogether

  • @bgd5339

    @bgd5339

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@GenesTherapy That's for sure! What does the fuse protect, since the microwave still worked?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@bgd5339 The breaker was being tripped repeatedly at first, then the fuse blew, this caused the microwave to have no power at all. The fuse is on the power distribution board, so it protects the microwave should there be a short somewhere.

  • @bgd5339

    @bgd5339

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@GenesTherapy Okay, that makes sense. I thought the fuse was blown when you were having trouble with your breaker tripping. What was causing your breaker to trip then?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@bgd5339 THAT is a good question. I wonder if this is not the end of this issue.

  • @timothysmith1460
    @timothysmith14605 жыл бұрын

    Shazam!! Even after reading a few comments before watching the vlog.. you got me!! Nice video, funny and educational as always.. keep on truckin' my friend. 😁

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Shazam! lol Thanks Tim! :)

  • @michaelchavis9205
    @michaelchavis92055 жыл бұрын

    I jumped. You got several of us. That was funny. Good to know how to fix things. Saves a lot of money.

  • @aaroncostello25
    @aaroncostello255 жыл бұрын

    Cool video Bobby, thanks for the class on meter use.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    You bet, there are a few other tools I should have mentioned, maybe another video

  • @laurelnelson9226
    @laurelnelson92265 жыл бұрын

    Good one Bobby Gene. 😎 yup you did get us.your videos are educational yet funny. I would call that excellent entertainment. Thanks for sharing. 😂

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks Laurel, trying to keep a dry subject a little more interesting :)

  • @gebi4pejo1
    @gebi4pejo15 жыл бұрын

    Yep you made me jump, and I’m still laughing🤣😂🤣😂🤣

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    A dry subject not so boring lol

  • @flywrite
    @flywrite5 жыл бұрын

    Yep, I jumped. And thank you for explaining the basics of a multi-meter. Been meaning to figure out because until now, it's just been taking up space.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Lol well you don't know until you know. Good tool to have :)

  • @millermr02
    @millermr025 жыл бұрын

    Bobby Gene! You are not right! That scared the bejeezus out of me! 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @er1073

    @er1073

    5 жыл бұрын

    that was BGs intentrion

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Sorry! Hey but you'll remember this video if your microwave dies I hope lol

  • @joann5157
    @joann51575 жыл бұрын

    I would have been totally afraid to dismantly the M/W. You are genius!! Gotta tell you though, you scared my dog. She heard the beeping and came flying out of her bed!! (She absolutely panics when our smoke detectors' batteries are low and they begin beeping.) I reassured her that it was just Bobby Gene fixing the M/W. LOL

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Aw, yes it was just Bobby Gene getting every one's attention again! lol

  • @frankstith7800
    @frankstith78005 жыл бұрын

    All I can say is, I sure am glad I was not holding a cup of hot coffee in my hand...you made me jump and laugh out loud! I will probably need therapy after this.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Lol sorry Frank!

  • @bradbrunat1321
    @bradbrunat13214 жыл бұрын

    Man we been dealing with this forever,we would could not open door while it was running ,I followed your video and it fixed it,thanks,by the way your video scared the hell out me,lol

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear! Sorry about the scare, just make'n sure folks are paying attention lol!

  • @Keith80027
    @Keith800275 жыл бұрын

    I jumped even thought I half expected it from you. Great job working through the problem and finding the problem. I believe the multi-meter is a must have tool as I use it a lot at home and on the road.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    For sure Keith, thanks!

  • @prashantkatiyar4173
    @prashantkatiyar41734 жыл бұрын

    I have exact same problem and currently living with several trips to Trip breaker in a days..but now i got what could be the problem. I am going to try on the weekend. Thanks for making this video. And it was a cool trick 😎. You did get me there

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    You are welcome, good luck, I hope it works for you!

  • @markgordon4512
    @markgordon45122 жыл бұрын

    So its just you the'independance'and the 'luietenant'??...your a pretty cool dude Bobby!!

  • @fberger54
    @fberger545 жыл бұрын

    Got me...said a little Holy S++t when it happened. Good job on Mulitmeter 101, until next time Happy Trails my friend.

  • @er1073

    @er1073

    5 жыл бұрын

    me too

  • @marketshare5273
    @marketshare52735 жыл бұрын

    Bobby was looking for a 15 minn dissertation on Oems low to fulfill my Friday evening. 😂👊👍😎

  • @wildflowerwind6941

    @wildflowerwind6941

    5 жыл бұрын

    That is funny.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure to serve lol

  • @billmathers5090
    @billmathers50902 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for your your help. I have that model I will post the results if I get my microwave working which I am confident your video was the fix.

  • @CITAP1
    @CITAP15 жыл бұрын

    Replacement parts can be so expensive that replacement for a few dollars more makes more cents. Good diagnosis and fix.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    True, especially if it's something like the dryer I had, blew the mother board, a repair/replace of the board cost as much as a new dryer!

  • @CITAP1

    @CITAP1

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@GenesTherapy That's the situation in a rental I have. The old Frigidaire stack washer dryer just went out. I can fix it for 400 bucks, but then it's still a 15 year old machine. I can get a new one for a few hundred more .ild machines are cans of worms.

  • @joansrvadventures6112
    @joansrvadventures61125 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, you got me! You and your special effects!

  • @lisa-fg8zh
    @lisa-fg8zh5 жыл бұрын

    Yeah, u got me, heart skipped a beat with sparks! Kudos on good/useful info on microwave, thanks

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Lol thank you Lisa :)

  • @billcullifer
    @billcullifer5 жыл бұрын

    Great video Bobby Gene:):)

  • @angelaboyd5357
    @angelaboyd53575 жыл бұрын

    Lol your funny😂🤣😂🤣. (My father did electronics in the Air Force) but thanks for the electronic schooling anyway👍😁. It sometimes feels like your just talking to me, lol😀, even though I know you talking to everyone that watches you, but it's still nice to have that feeling 🤗👍😁 thanks for all the great videos I look forward to them.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for those kind words Angela, hats of to your father too!

  • @leann4925
    @leann49255 жыл бұрын

    Great video and glad that you got your Microwave working. I use mine every day. What can I say about your footage work except excellent. Thanks and have a great day.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes me too! And it's a convection oven so I use that too so getting this thing up and running was a major priority. Thanks for the kind words Leann :)

  • @trish4112
    @trish41125 жыл бұрын

    Oh, very funny, I almost jumped outa my chair, lol!! Glad to see you know what your doing.

  • @romeowhiskey1146
    @romeowhiskey11464 жыл бұрын

    My GE Mongram microwave wasn't POWERED this AM when I awoke. Check circuit breaker...Nothing wrong...hadn't been tripped. Removed MW from built in cabinet and checked OUTLET...Yup...POWER to the MW. After watching your video...and getting INFO about the 20 AMP/250 Volt fuse...I decided to take off the COVER and see what I could find. An ENVELOPE was glued to the top of the INSIDE of the MW. Item #1...Checking the Fuse. Diagram showed location of fuse. Checked continuity of Fuse with Multi-meter...DEAD as a door nail. Trip to Home Depot and VOILA...(2) 20 amp/250 volt fuses for $3.99. HD electrician blessed both ME and the FUSES. Inserted NEW fuse in MW. Cha-ching....MW works just fine. Rather disappointing calls to GE after watching your video. Asked if they were ANY FUSES on the INSIDE of my MW. "None shown on the parts diagram for your model"... Was about to spend about $800 and get the NEWEST MW but your video saved me that. Thanks for your $800 valuable advice.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Excellent story, thank you for sharing that! I'm so happy to hear by you going a few steps further it saved you big bucks in the end. Nothing better than that, cheers!

  • @romeowhiskey1146

    @romeowhiskey1146

    4 жыл бұрын

    Update after installing NEW fuse: New fuse allowed the MW to be used...temporarily. Apparently this DIDN'T address the MW's issue. So, I checked each of the MICRO SWITCHES and found that the UPPER DOOR switch was showing little differnce on my multimeter from OPEN or CLOSED positions. I found a serial number on the switch...and search the web and VOILA. For a mere $12+5 shipping...one week later I got the NEW switch. Installed and (cross my fingers) the MW is working properly. GE wanted $53 from their parts service...NO WAY I said I'll install back into cabinet after a week or two of CONFIRMATION of working status. Thanks again for your video. SPECIAL NOTE: Be careful closing MW doors...the switches are really fragile.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@romeowhiskey1146 Wow you nailed it, thank you for that update!

  • @otgcanada
    @otgcanadaАй бұрын

    I have the same problem but my house runs on a 4000 watt pure sine wave inverter . Some thing about the microwave oven that is brand new , that when it starts it trips the inverter . and the entire house goes down . I have cooked entire meals using my air fry toaster oven ( 1800 watts ) , hot plate ( 1000 watts ) , AC on low ( 580 watts ) , fridge ( 120 watts ) , freezer ( 120 watts ) , and the rest of the house that totaled 3375 watts all at the same time with no issues . It is just something about the start on the microwave that causes the inverter to trip and the rated watts for the microwave is only 1350 watts . So... the cure to this was to simply turn the power down on the microwave to 6 instead on 10 and it runs just fine . My oven is a Master Chef . I have even plugged the microwave strait into the inverter with nothing else plugged in and same thing . Hope this helps if you have the same problem .

  • @richdepalma7714
    @richdepalma77144 жыл бұрын

    That was a great video. Absolutely made me laugh but was very useful. Thanks for taking the time.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lol Glad it helped in some way Rich

  • @mei-lingsiu-caldera2162
    @mei-lingsiu-caldera21624 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Very clear and easy to follow guide.

  • @vtjmproductionsusa2390
    @vtjmproductionsusa2390 Жыл бұрын

    Azzhole made me jump out of my skin 😂 good video, 👍

  • @jacquelineMeyers-is1zz
    @jacquelineMeyers-is1zz11 ай бұрын

    Actually did, my toes felt it ! Good one though i knew it was fake, it still made my heart race and current went to my toes. Lol

  • @gwenabbott4574
    @gwenabbott45745 жыл бұрын

    I watched you turn the power off but I was so engrossed in the video I still jumped! ❤🤣

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Yes I thought that would be a good moment to spice up a dry topic a bit lol

  • @papasbus3598
    @papasbus35985 жыл бұрын

    Great joke, you got me. Thanks for the detail in the video. Great job!

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    You bet Rick

  • @OcRefrig
    @OcRefrig5 жыл бұрын

    So, what was the fix ? Loose wire at switches ? loose switches ?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    The door monitor switch had come ajar of it's seat, perhaps from opening and closing a lot, apparently further vibration of driving loosened the connection enough to cause intermittent interruption of the switch to the controller that would trip the breaker, (why would it trip the breaker?). It finally shorted and blew the fuse. I went through and snugged all connections and replaced the fuse, good as gold, but that one switch got my attention so I'm thinking it was the culprit. I've read other people having problems with those door latch switches going bad altogether and needing replacement. We'll see if the issue repeats itself down the road. Any thoughts?

  • @lazyslacker79
    @lazyslacker794 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video. You saved me $200+ for a new microwave, not to mention the hassle of uninstalling the old one and installing the new one. I have a very similar microwave to yours, and I was getting a tripped breaker every time I tried to use it. Going by the symptoms you described in your video and the steps you took, along with the very helpful wiring diagram/troubleshooting guide from Frigidaire, I was able to narrow down my issue to the middle switch. I had continuity both with the door open and the door closed. I took that switch out, opened it up (plastic housing was not sealed, very easy to pry open) and I found somehow the switch mechanism inside had gotten stuck. Unstuck it, cleaned parts with rubbing alcohol, put it back together, made sure it was nice and "clicky", then installed it back in the microwave. Now it works fine! I still ordered a new one from China just in case this one gets stuck again.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Your comment makes it all worth while, thank you!

  • @MegaBailey234
    @MegaBailey2342 жыл бұрын

    Ok…I’ll admit it, he did get me. I jumped so fast lol

  • @lwood8
    @lwood85 жыл бұрын

    Scared the crap out of me!! Thanks for the instruction, was very helpful.

  • @EPICBLASIAN1
    @EPICBLASIAN12 жыл бұрын

    😁 HA HA HA HA HA H A HA!. . . YEP YOU GOT ME!, LOL GOOD ONE.

  • @kingmajeed1
    @kingmajeed14 жыл бұрын

    liked your presen tation except a shock to see the live wire explosive effect which i guess you must have added and actually did not happen, :) Good details of how to use the multi meter. Thank you

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    No it did not really happen, was just having some fun lol Cheers!

  • @getcraig55
    @getcraig555 жыл бұрын

    Omg, I wasn’t ready. U definitely got me with that one.. I drop my phone

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Oh no I hope it's not damaged! Haven't seen you around here in a while, all good?

  • @getcraig55

    @getcraig55

    5 жыл бұрын

    Gene's Therapy phone is good.. I’m good.. how u been

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@getcraig55 Everything's good thanks!

  • @noreenn6976
    @noreenn69765 жыл бұрын

    Love the shirt. I bet you miss Chase and Pearl and they you.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    I do miss those pups

  • @AimlessAllee
    @AimlessAllee5 жыл бұрын

    Love your channel. Very interesting to learn these things that might be basic to others, but I have no clue. I have a video suggestion...towing a car pros & cons, wheels down or on a dolly, hookup basics.

  • @user-kj8ns8wc7f
    @user-kj8ns8wc7f Жыл бұрын

    4:45 I got shocked . Wasn’t expecting that .

  • @Peterbilt-tm1or
    @Peterbilt-tm1or2 жыл бұрын

    Hi! Having same issue, but brakers looking ok, over range microwave works good in different plug, no lights in kitchen

  • @89DrFunk
    @89DrFunk3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for the heart attack when putting your fuse in.....DAM I almost crapped myself! LMBO Headphone can be a blessing and a curse LOL. Thanks for this video it really helped me out a ton on the switches blowing out fuses.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    3 жыл бұрын

    Ok great glad it helped :)

  • @philstucker1312
    @philstucker13125 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Yep, you got me too! lol 🤣

  • @johnanderson2432
    @johnanderson24325 жыл бұрын

    Working overtime on the vids .. two in a row!! Nice fix on the microwave. Were you able to tighten up the top hinge? Seems like most microwave doors have play in them.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks John, I actually repaired, filmed, edited and uploaded the same day (yesterday) You're right about the door, they are made to easily be remove by lifting up on them, I found the loose door was not related to the door latch problem.

  • @dawnbest7709
    @dawnbest77095 жыл бұрын

    Good video and yes you got me. I was paying attention so good I jumped lol.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    So hopefully you will always remember this video if your microwave ever dies! lol

  • @RandomActsofGina
    @RandomActsofGina2 жыл бұрын

    Totally got me with the fuse!!!! hahahhaahhaa

  • @lolal1026
    @lolal10265 жыл бұрын

    🏆special effects ⚡👏.... perhaps your new name should be "handy dandy" hilarious & educational

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Doing what I can do keep a dry subject 'jumping' lol

  • @jamesoliver8092
    @jamesoliver80924 жыл бұрын

    First time I seen you show Man. You do a great job 💪

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for that James!

  • @wmbrice
    @wmbrice5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks BG, you’re pretty handy!

  • @LoganTanner
    @LoganTanner4 жыл бұрын

    Totally got me.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    lol, well I hope the vid helped

  • @thomasmedina525
    @thomasmedina5253 жыл бұрын

    Lol you didn't get me but it was funny 😂😂😂

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    3 жыл бұрын

    Nerves of steel! lol

  • @carlosurquiola2683
    @carlosurquiola2683 Жыл бұрын

    Great video but I have a few questions. Wasn't the fuse the 2nd issue? It appeared that you the door switch was the first issue but then replacing the fuse resolved both issues? Is that correct? Was a faulty fuse effecting the door switch? Additionally, shouldn't you discharge the microwave high voltage capacitor when working on internal electrical components? Thank you for the video.

  • @spencermccart2611
    @spencermccart26115 жыл бұрын

    Lmao you did get me good you ass... spencer from Toronto

  • @rickvance9460
    @rickvance94605 жыл бұрын

    I’ll admit it , you got me. 😱 Lol Great video.

  • @timneeves.6338
    @timneeves.63385 жыл бұрын

    Boom.....yeah funny....! Got me as well anyways...'number five is alive'...Stephanie.....

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Bringing attention to a dry topic lol

  • @shanefrank3281
    @shanefrank3281 Жыл бұрын

    I have a KitchenAid (made by Whirlpool) convection microwave from around 2017-2018. It just kicks the breaker as soon as it is plugged into the outlet. I checked the resistance at the plug and it is 0.2 ohms, so essentially a dead short. No wonder it is tripping the breaker. In your video I am not clear on what you fixed. I know you replaced the fuse, but you were tripping the breaker before the fuse blew, right? So you replaced the fuse, but it seems the issue that caused the breaker to trip would still be present.

  • @copperpenny0209
    @copperpenny02095 жыл бұрын

    Haha...you got me. Good instructional video.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks :)

  • @JonasContioso
    @JonasContioso5 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful lesson sir thanks for sharing.god bless

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    My pleasure Jonas!

  • @SuperKeithu
    @SuperKeithu4 жыл бұрын

    Damn! You got me 🤦🏼‍♂️

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    lol

  • @noreenn6976
    @noreenn69765 жыл бұрын

    Can you do a video on living full time in an RV in hot FL? Your electric bill must be crazy high.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    about $60 a month right now :)

  • @noreenn6976

    @noreenn6976

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@GenesTherapy wow, that's pretty low considering how hot its been

  • @saharts
    @saharts5 жыл бұрын

    I jumped. 🤜🏻💥🤛🏻

  • @jeremyfreeman4829
    @jeremyfreeman48292 жыл бұрын

    .. Looks like a quality multimeter.. What brand and how much/where can I get one or simliar? Thanks :)

  • @dennymedeiros4504
    @dennymedeiros45045 жыл бұрын

    Good job

  • @kohler62
    @kohler623 жыл бұрын

    It’s usually the monitor switch (middle one) that closes before the upper one opens that blows the fuse. Switch misslignment or other excess wear or play in the door hinges that cause it or a bad switch. Just going through this myself. Had to order the plastic piece that holds the switches because of grooves worn in it that changed clearances.

  • @joethecomputerguy1
    @joethecomputerguy15 жыл бұрын

    Like myself you’re a Jack of all trades...

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Great thing to be, no worries! ;)

  • @1chamoy20006
    @1chamoy200062 жыл бұрын

    Lmao you got a sub now thanks for that laugh 😂

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    2 жыл бұрын

    Lol thanks Mike!

  • @StarOne311
    @StarOne3115 жыл бұрын

    Don't ever do that again Bobby Gene when you put that fuse in! You scared me! Yes you woke me up! LOL

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I was getting bored editing a mostly dry topic so thought I would put in a memorable moment in there lol

  • @omni1691
    @omni16913 жыл бұрын

    I have the same issue but i haven't opened the microwave panel yet. Just want to check if the relay in the door makes a difference?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    3 жыл бұрын

    Most likely one of the switches in the door

  • @dzymslizzy3641
    @dzymslizzy36415 жыл бұрын

    I remember my dad using an ohm meter (pretty sure it was a 'multi-meter,' but he always called it an ohm meter), to test various things, and for some tests, he would first choose a setting on the meter, and then touch the leads to each other--I presume to test that the meter itself was working, and its battery had a charge? But I was a teenager, and I don't recall which setting he used for that test prior to whatever thing he was actually going to check. Oh--and very funny on the "gotcha" moment. LOL! I was just thinking prior to that, "be careful what you touch; don't let the magneto zap you!"

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Good memory you have! Yes touching them together ahead of time will give you the exact reading of zero resistance, so when you check a circuit, you can see not only if you have continuity, but also partial resistance will show a lower reading. :)

  • @frogpelt
    @frogpelt4 жыл бұрын

    Dude. You got me. LOL.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Lol!

  • @joerico9461
    @joerico94614 жыл бұрын

    LOL that was funny as hell I was looking close yeah you got me. After I seen you unplug the microwave and I work on electrical shit all the time that was too funny😂🤣😆 but my question is can you unplug one of those switches and the microwave still work and not blow the damn fuse

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Sorry I missed your comment, it was in the 'held for review' folder cuz you poopoo lol! I don't think the microwave will work when pulling the switch because the circuit would not be complete, cheers!

  • @guillermocuevas3495
    @guillermocuevas34953 жыл бұрын

    jaja...you did get me with electricity FX. Thankyou.

  • @tomrodgers1578
    @tomrodgers15785 жыл бұрын

    What caused the fuse to blow? You replaced the fuse but I didn't see you fix or replace anything what would cause the fuse to blow! What do you think the problem was and what did you do to fix the short?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Hi Tom, all I could find was that one door latch switch that was loose, failing to make constant contact with the latch and caused a short blowing the fuse. That's all I could find, although securing the switch fixed the problem, I feel it might repeat itself later and I'll end up replacing the switch altogether.

  • @alisadr-baygi3455
    @alisadr-baygi34553 жыл бұрын

    You got me!!!😅🤣😊! Is there high voltage in a microwave capacitor or....even though unplugged? If yes, how to find out and discharge ? Thanks.

  • @raquelgarcia7271
    @raquelgarcia72715 жыл бұрын

    You @#$%^&*( you got me....i spilled my wine...ha ha ha

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Haha! Oh man I actually feel bad, I hope it was not a favorite wine $$ lol

  • @raquelgarcia7271

    @raquelgarcia7271

    5 жыл бұрын

    Gene's Therapy no worries Bobby. Luckily i had a whole bottle of Sangria....cheers...

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    @@raquelgarcia7271 Love it! lol

  • @araujo.anaheim
    @araujo.anaheim3 жыл бұрын

    Whenever I use my microwave and start it ...my breaker makes a nick or tick sound but it used to spark and trip off. My breaker has fuses? I will be emailing plz look for it. What can I do? Is it the outlet behind my microwave

  • @rebeccaV2524
    @rebeccaV25243 жыл бұрын

    Scared me, sir!! 😨😝

  • @teej4156
    @teej41565 жыл бұрын

    Good info! Would you give some basic training on how to read schematics? Would love to get a good multimeter that beeps. My basic Harbor Freight one has no bells or whistles to it.

  • @alwaysgallardorvstrong2133
    @alwaysgallardorvstrong21335 жыл бұрын

    Do you put leads in both wall plug sockets and what lead goes where right and left

  • @sebastianbrooks4074
    @sebastianbrooks40742 жыл бұрын

    Jeez you got me

  • @apurvajoshi2081
    @apurvajoshi20814 жыл бұрын

    It's almost 1 AM and i am watching this video!!! And WHAT THE F**K !!! 4:44 THAT MADE ME JUMP HOLY GOD😅😅😅😅😅

  • @clockworkclockwisepro4925
    @clockworkclockwisepro49252 жыл бұрын

    You got me🤣😂

  • @sell-house-fast
    @sell-house-fast4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks this was helpful. I think I am having similar problem. When I open door, just for fraction of sec only, monitoring switch triggers and other 2 does not. and I believe that is why breaker keeps tripping on me. Switch works fine. Is there any solution for that?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Also make sure the thermostats that are usually mounted across the bottom are not shorting. Check for a few other videos on KZread that cover this as well. Some people replaced the switches or thermostats anyway and that resolved the problem. Also make sure the breaker is not burned. Either way it all costs less than a new large microwave. Wishing you good luck with it!

  • @neddyboy01
    @neddyboy013 жыл бұрын

    What is the name of the plastic connector that goes onto the monitoring switch?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    3 жыл бұрын

    Not sure Ned, I don't have this unit anymore, may have to try and check manufacture website.

  • @bdwriter1957
    @bdwriter19575 жыл бұрын

    Ok, I jumped. I moved here to my house and my microwave kept doing the same thing and 'I'm pretty mechanical. Removed all the stuff, looked at the fuse, it was ok, and then thought, wait, I have a roommate and she had shoved something in the cabinet above, loosening the plug. every time I would shut the door, it would stop working but when I opened it, lights came on.....yep...it was the plug. yes...you can laugh now. :) But at least I know how to take the panel off and what to look for. Sigh...I usually check plugs first. :)

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    I forgot to mention to check the plug at the outlet, I checked it off camera but I was so convinced it was the door switch I didn't mention it. Thank you for sharing that! Yes and you found some positives in it as well! :)

  • @theflyingscotsman9902
    @theflyingscotsman99024 жыл бұрын

    So the hinge was loose , you replaced the blown fuse . what was the real problem ? Broken or loose door switches ?

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    Hi! I summarized the problem at the end of the video, blown fuse and loose door switch. 12:00

  • @wildflowerwind6941
    @wildflowerwind69415 жыл бұрын

    You scared the crap out of me. I sucked in air and screamed. Not funny. I learn so much from your channel. I know nothing about electricity but I managed to put a new indoor power outlet in my RV and I just spent the last two days installing a backup camera. Not done perfect but it works. I've never heard of continuity or the meter thing you showed. But I have replaced a non working wall mount microwave in my house with a new one. I didn't know there were fuzes in appliances. So much I don't know. Everyday is a new trouble to shoot.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Wow very impressive and good for you! Yes I wondered if how many might have thrown out a microwave not knowing only the internal fuse was blown, or worse, a repairman overcharging for something other than just replacing a fuse, ugh.

  • @imnotlostimexploring5537
    @imnotlostimexploring55375 жыл бұрын

    HAHA I do that to my family every chance I get. I was just messing with my wife's stun gun/flashlight and forgot to turn it off and ZAPPED my butt when i put it in myback pocket. It felt like 110v lol

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Been there done that lol

  • @dmetria
    @dmetria5 жыл бұрын

    Brat! lol That was funny. Great video.

  • @MattersNot
    @MattersNot Жыл бұрын

    Bahahahahahahahahahha you fucker you definitely got me I almost had a heart attack! 😂🤣😂😭🤣😂🤣😂

  • @OcRefrig
    @OcRefrig5 жыл бұрын

    actually first test should have been checking power at the Microwave power outlet in that cabinet By Plugging in a Hair dryer in the outlet to see if it can carry the current required to power up a Microwave. checking voltage at outlet would have been good too. use one of those outlet polarity checkers too like this kind --- www.amazon.com/Power-Gear-Receptacle-Indications-50542/dp/B002LZTKIA to check for loose wiring or missing neutral etc.

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    5 жыл бұрын

    Good info, I actually did check the outlet after the microwave completely died with a Southwire recepticle tester, I forgot to include that on the vid. I guess I overlooked it because the micro had a history of tripping the breaker each time I opened the door, so I didn't think the outlet was relative, but the door switch was. It would still work fine, but I had to reset the breaker after closing the door, then run the microwave. Finally the door switch connection degraded to the point of blowing the fuse. I'm still scratching my head on why the breaker would trip. Can I get you to email me at the address in the description above? I'd like to bounce things off your head in the future if that's okay :)

  • @queendom12
    @queendom124 жыл бұрын

    You scared the crap out of me!

  • @GenesTherapy

    @GenesTherapy

    4 жыл бұрын

    A lot of people lol!