Your video was so helpful and I was able to fix my Panasonic Microwave prefectly. My door lever wasn't broken but it was jammed. There was an adjustment screw to bring the door mechanism inside forward a little which then prevented jamming of the lever. I didn't have to pull wires off. No parts needed. The door ooens and closed perfectly without slamming. Your video was invaluable in helping a novice and I thank you.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

So glad you saved this microwave. Frequently all one might need to fix things are just a gist of how they are put together. Glad you got it to work and happy you shared.

Thanks heaps for the video, had exactly the problem you had. I drilled a hole where the plastic lug had broken off and glued a plastic dowel in the hole. Works like new, thanks for the video to get me going.

This helped me a lot! I was struggling to fit in the replacement door lever on my SD670S and after watching this video I managed to finish the job. The key was unscrewing those two screws at the top that hold the control panel attached to the frame. I didn't have to disconnect any wires. Thank you!

@MotionDesignStudio

5 жыл бұрын

I struggled so much trying to figure out how to get that latch in. Next time I think I will try your recommendation. I was afraid I would damage a wire. This is the main reason why I disconnected so much. Thanks for the response and stay tuned by subscribing. I am sitting on 6 other projects to be uploaded that might be of interest. Where did you get your handle?

Here is a suggestion I have used for years for re-starting screws of all types going into all materials, plastics are notorious for stripping out when re-starting a screw. Here is the procedure: 1st Set the screw into the hole. 2nd Gently turn the screw COUNTER CLOCKWISE until you feel a CLICK ( this is the screw aligining by dropping into the existing thread patttern ) now you can turn the screw clockwise without fear of stripping the threads of the plastic or any other material.

@MotionDesignStudio

Ай бұрын

Brilliant I have used this much now since you shared this technique.

I spent ages trying to force the lever in...this worked perfectly, thank you!

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Really happy this helped. Let us just say we saved another good one from the trash. Thanks for letting me know it helped and do not forget to subscribe.

This was great. We fixed it! Thank you.

@MotionDesignStudio

5 жыл бұрын

This makes me very happy to read. It is an easy repair and a great microwave. Did you have the same model?

Thanks for the help, didn't need to disconnect any wires, video was helpful in showing position of lever, which like yours had fallen inside. Working perfectly.

@MotionDesignStudio

5 жыл бұрын

This makes very happy to read. Thanks for letting me know. It is nice to repair it instead of discarding it or purchasing a new one.

This video saved me having to buy a new microwave! Thanks for nice, easy to follow instructions.

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words and glad it helped. It really means much to read this. Have a great weekend.

Much simpler to drill through the broken area and use a suitable bolt pushed into place through the hole while the part is in place.

Great video. Really helpful. My 26 yr. old Sharp R-3A55C microwave died and I had a gifted Panasonic sitting in storage on which the door latch lever broke after about a year of use. So I brought out the Panasonic and will try to fix the lever.

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

So happy this has helped you. Thanks for letting me know and let us know how the repair goes.

Thank you! I had a hard time understanding how to fix my microwave and you helped!! 🙌🏽

@MotionDesignStudio

Жыл бұрын

This truly brings me a smile and glad I was able to help, even better thanks for letting me know. Have a great week.

tanks man. mine was a panasonic 1100w power grilll. and i watched your video. i didn't unplug anything but came out just far enough to replace the new one and only one top screw and bang put it back in just like you said and wow the door works again. tanks for the video. worked for me on my panasonic.

@MotionDesignStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Boom Shaka Laka, not my usual homage to the colloquial but this time it seems fitting. Thanks for letting me know this worked. I just finished working on an electric heater with a broken heater element. It was a really involved repair. It should make a great video. Stay tuned and do not forget to like and subscribe. It means much to read of your success.

@ramah123

3 жыл бұрын

Panosonic microwaves are all prone to give latch problems and make lots of noise from the metal case that amplifies the motor.

Very thorough video. My GE Sensor latch just broke. Can't be too different. Thanks for sharing this. Excellent.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Please let me know if you fix it. Great to read this might help.

Fantastic video. Mine is a slightly different model, so instead of disconnecting the wires, I just unscrewed the top 2 screws and lifted out the panel. Thank you.

@MotionDesignStudio

Жыл бұрын

So happy to read about another one saved. Such an easy thing to repair.

The reason for the unusual screws on the back is long been a practice manufactures use to prevent people from trying to prevent people from repairing their appliances’s. Panasonic ovens have many issues with the doors. I watched this video because I bought a new Panasonic 1250 watt oven and the door made a very loud noise when you closed it ! . So I your video was very helpful to get the jest of how to disassemble the case. What I plan to do is to insulate the metal cover with a thin layer of rubber or what ever is around the shop. Thank you for your efforts to help people repair these small appliances.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Cleve Hubbs, repairs are so much easier when you have a video, even if not the same similar enough to help one get a rough idea how the item is put together. I have noticed that many places have corporate accounts that give them access to parts, parts diagrams, service bulletins, cheaper parts and sometimes parts not available for everyday consumer. It is a terrible model and I hate it because it prevents individuals willing to repair their items from doing it for a cheap instead of having to purchase a new. I have been searching for a direct link to manufactures of goods made in China to see if I can purchase components made by them. So far all my emails have been met with silence. This is so annoying "The reason for the unusual screws on the back is long been a practice manufactures use to prevent people from trying to prevent people from repairing their appliances’s". Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the topic and looking forward to doing more repairs and hope you can join me on this journey. Enjoy your week.

Thank you, very helpful. Especially when you pointed out the slotting in the latch from the inside on one side and then the outside at the other end.

@MotionDesignStudio

Жыл бұрын

Respect!

Thank you for doing this video. I have the same model microwave with the locking mechanism issue. Helped me greatly. Thanks again!

@MotionDesignStudio

2 жыл бұрын

It is such a great microwave and a common point of failure that can easily be fixed. Did you find the part easily?

I agree, getting the grove cover back for Panasonic is a pain in the bum....thanks for the video

Wow, thanks! This is the only video I found on the push button lever repair. All the other vids were about the sliding latches. Looks like a simple repair if you get a new part, first.

@MotionDesignStudio

Жыл бұрын

Glen Woodfin, thanks for letting me know. As you can see this is a super easy repair and thanks for saving something good from the landfill. You are the best and have a great weekend. Let me know how it works out.

the screws in back are called " tamper proof" in the trade, they are required per OSHA type folks who are afraid you`ll try to operate the oven with door open. i got my set of tamper proof bits at TSC

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

I also acquired two different length sets. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and happy holidays.

Thanks!

@MotionDesignStudio

Ай бұрын

Alex, thanks so much. Happy Father's or Mother's day whichever is most applicable. Have a great week.

Thanks for the video. Like Lenny, I did not unplug any wires as it (the panel) shifts out from the unit at the base and gives enough room. Rather than obtain a (plastic, again!) replacement part - $30 in Australia - i was able to fix it by using a rivet of the same diameter as the broken part of the hinge and (after the rivet shank is cut off, of course) press fit it into the hole and have it protrude just the same distance as the broken one did. Cost ? Zero - well almost, just the cost of one rivet.

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

That is a good idea and great solution. I love it. Thanks for sharing. I wish I could find another like this. I would make a video using this technique.

Need to put the light on what you are working on so we can see, great work, thanks for the video.

@MotionDesignStudio

5 жыл бұрын

I agree and next time will be much better. Thanks

Awesome I repaired mine

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Really happy to read this. We saved another one from the landfill. Thanks for letting me know and hope you can join me on another repair video. Have a great week.

Hi You are amazing. By following your video I was able to fix a broken lever in my microwave. This save me money and save me from calling the handyman or electrician. Thank you. I like to help you with your wish list in Amazon but don't know how to do it. Serena.

@MotionDesignStudio

2 жыл бұрын

Serena Lim, thanks for the kind words and glad the outcome was a success. This is how you can help me with my Amazon wish list. Whatever you order ship it to the following address. Amazon Hub Locker+ (Graduate Hospital) 2306 South Street Philadelphia, PA 19146 United States Amazon will send you an email informing you that your order has arrived at the Amazon locker. Within that email is a link attached to “Get pickup code”. Message me that link privately via Facebook or Instagram. facebook.com/motiondesignstudio instagram.com/motiondesignstudio Thanks much

Thank you for the video. I drilled a hole and use a small screw as the swiveling bar. It works fine. Also I used a small flat head screw driver instead of the security screw bit.

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Using a screw is a brilliant solution. I thought about trying the same. Because this was going to be in a public place. It meant the volume of usage was going to be very high and that meant possible failure from individuals who might not take time to gently open the door. Thanks for sharing your solution. I am sure it will help others. Happy New Years X. Lai and please consider subscribing it really helps.

@xlai

4 жыл бұрын

@@MotionDesignStudio Thank you and happy new year too.

@a.k.4727

4 жыл бұрын

Good idea!

Another good idea is to take a lot of photos before disconnecting anything, but if your not sure take it to a technician.

could you please advise part information for Panasonic THE GENIUS DIMENSION 4 model?

@MotionDesignStudio

6 жыл бұрын

Rose, can you open the microwave up, find that broken latch and on the plastic part it will have numbers and letter or numbers only. This will contain the information for the latch. Best of luck and let me know if that helps. If you can read me the part number I can help you find the part.

Great video. Your instructions are complete and very helpful. What is the mini screwdriver set that you are using? Thanks again!

@MotionDesignStudio

Жыл бұрын

iFixit Mako Driver Kit - 64 Precision Bits for Electronics Repair amzn.to/38TVjkU Glad it helped and best of luck.

Hi, so you didn’t need to discharge the high voltage capacitor before touching things? Why not? Or if so, how did you reach it w/the plastic box covering it?

@MotionDesignStudio

2 жыл бұрын

I did not discharge it because the microwave was off for many weeks. I would not be afraid to work on it and you can find information on how to discharge a capacitor on the internet. Best of luck.

Hum I had no problems with using Philip screw driver the video was very helpful luckily didn’t need part someone had just slammed the door to hard and I just had to re adjust said person went out and brought new microwave instead of just trying to fix old one first they now be returning it😂

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

I love it when a repair saves money and keep something out of the trash. Congrats mate! You did not use secured torx to remove the back? Please consider subscribing. It really helps.

Open Lever F82565Y00AP no longer available. Where can I get this one, now

My motor plate not rotating normal speed. how to fix that, may be gasket

The security torx screws were installed to driver repairs back to dealers.

@MotionDesignStudio

5 жыл бұрын

Corporate is often up to no good! I hope this video liberates their hold and people go purchase tools to fix their hardware.

Dude, you said you didn't know why they used a security torx bit, it's just a microwave. Well, the security is to prevent the diyer from opening the back unless you have the right tool. Why is that? Because of that big ass capacitor inside that is used to jumpstart the unit. Did you notice the High Voltage label inside? Unfortunately, it stores enough current to put you flat on your butt or worse. Lesson is, don't mess with capacitors if you don't know what they are or haven't discharged them first.

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

Safety is important and thanks for sharing this information. It will me and others if they read it.

@mlucienne4489

4 жыл бұрын

I forgot to mention that the capacitor stays charged even if the unit is unplugged. I'm not going to say how to discharge it since I don't want to be responsible for any screw ups. Suffice to say, capacitors are dangerous and the reason for the High Voltage labels. Glad to help.

@MotionDesignStudio

4 жыл бұрын

How to Discharge Capacitors in a Switched-Mode Power Supply Here is a short tutorial on how to discharge the capacitors in a power supply so you can safely repair it: Do not short the terminals of a filter capacitor with a screwdriver. This can be dangerous. Screw a 100 watt lightbulb into a socket with exposed leads. Attach one lead to each terminal of the capacitor, the bulb should illuminate. When the bulb turns off, the capacitor is empty. Alternatively you can bridge the terminals of the capacitor for a few seconds with a high wattage resistor, something like 2.2k ohms, 10 watts will work. Switched-mode power supplies have multiple large-filter capacitors that can hold hazardous charges, even if the power supply hasn’t been used in days. These filter capacitors typically have values as high as 220uF/250V and 330uF/400V. You must discharge the capacitors before working on power supply circuits so you won’t get shocked. There are three different ways to discharge large filter capacitors in a power supply: with a screwdriver, the leads of a socketed 100 watt light bulb, and the leads of a high-wattage resistor. Using a screwdriver to discharge the capacitor is not recommended because you can generate a spark and damage the printed circuit board or circuitry of the power supply. You can even blow the power section. Keep in mind that if you know a capacitor’s stored voltage is relatively low, you can discharge it with a small screwdriver without undue risk. If the capacitor is holding a heavier charge, discharging the capacitor can melt the screwdriver’s tip as well as the copper of the printed circuit board. A heavy spark is especially dangerous: it can cause small bits of solder lead or copper to shoot from the circuit board, potentially injuring your eyes. The second method involves placing the leads of a socketed 100 watt electric light bulb on the capacitor’s lead and is used by technicians around the globe. The light bulb acts as an indicator, showing if the capacitor contains a charge. If there is a charge present the light bulb will illuminate and eventually turn off when the capacitor in the switching power supply is discharged. The last method consists of placing the leads of a high-wattage resistor on the capacitor’s leads. You can use a 2.2k ohm ten-watt resistor to discharge high voltage capacitors in a switched-mode power supply. It is a very simple and effective process, taking mere seconds to completely discharge the capacitor. There’s really no reason to discharge a capacitor with a screwdriver when all you need is a light bulb or a resistor, so keep that in mind the next time you need to discharge www.circuitspecialists.com/blog/discharge-capacitors-in-switch-mode-power-supplies/ capacitors in a switched-mode power supply.

It's called a Torx bit. You can find them at any big box hardware store

I've got the replacement part but can't seem to get it to click in! HELP! What's the trick? Afraid to force it as it may crack the new plastic piece.

@MotionDesignStudio

2 жыл бұрын

The plastic handle is delicate at the ends. I can see why you might be afraid to press to hard. Take your time and look at all the parts around it. See what needs to be removed.

I have a Panasonic microwave and I need quite a strong force to be able to close the door with a loud “bang”. It is annoying especially late at night as the banging noise often wake up others who are asleep. What could possibly be the problem and is there any way to fix it ? Thanks

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Since I am unsure what make and model microwave you have. You will have to open the microwave to inspect if the handle is the same. Since these are simple machines. I can most certainly say the problems is with your handle. You can fix it. Best of luck.

@edmundling6591

3 жыл бұрын

@@MotionDesignStudio Thank you very much for your prompt reply. The model no. Is NN- ST975S.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

@@edmundling6591 , nice microwave. Open it up, get the part number from the latch and replace it. This video will help make the process extant.

It a hinge "pin" / too slow... can't bare to watch. Name of part from RepairClinic?

MY INSIDE ONE HINCH PLASTIC IS BROKEN WHICH IS FIXED INSIND ON PENAL BOARD.HOW I REPLACE OR JOINT BROKEN PEACE.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Remove the part and search for a part number on it. Then use that information to find the part online. Best of luck.

From where l get the door opening lever?

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Open Lever F82565Y00AP amzn.to/2KMlxhg

@Milton1963

2 жыл бұрын

@@MotionDesignStudio not available now, ("Currently unavailable")

@MotionDesignStudio

2 жыл бұрын

@@Milton1963 , it is still available. Click on the link.

@Milton1963

2 жыл бұрын

@@MotionDesignStudio No it isn't, when I checked last.

@Milton1963

2 жыл бұрын

Com'on ya, I did, but the amzon says on the right side in a box that its currently unavailable.

My Microwave is an earlier model and there are no screws to the side.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Share a photo of all 6 sides.

I can not take the cover off.

@MotionDesignStudio

3 жыл бұрын

Share a photo of all six sides.

You can help people in other safer ways not microwaves, tamper screws are there so people like you don't play with it. By the way you had your nose an inch away from the white box that could zap you with 2000 volts, even if unplugged they can hold high voltage for sometime. All you guys out there please be very careful.

I’m sure that you’re well-intentioned, but I had to switch off because of that HORRIBLE camera focus (lack thereof) ...

You need to spend a lot more time staging your videos. This presentation was unwatchable. You need much better lighting and your camera angles are terrible.

Sur la pièce de plastique le numéro de la pièce est F82566F00AP . Amazone ne reconnaît pas ce numéro. REPAIR CLINIC me réfère plutôt au numéro F82565Y00AP. Quelle est la différence?