Microwave Problems

microwave problem?

a 75kv 750mA fuse has blown in my micowave (sanyo em d953) do these blow because of the age of the machine or is there another reason

Public Comments

1. The fuse can blow from a power surge, caused by lightning or inconsistent power service. They can also blow from a direct short in one of the other components. Replace the fuse, they are cheap. If it blows again right away, you probably have a direct short in the microwave.
2. Did you know (true story) when microwaves first came out the companies selling them employed a scientist to do a report on them to see if they were safe. He tested them thoroughly, and announced that yes, they were safe. Then went home and threw out his microwave. This is a true story.