Friday Morning Videos: 10 Things You Didn't Know Your Microwave Could Do

A microwave can save time, reheat leftovers, and make popcorn. But it can do so much more...



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Thursday Tweets: Microwave Ovens

While looking through our Twitter feed we found these tweets to share with you.

We start off with a some inspiration and a laugh.

I try to accomplish epic missions before the microwave hits zero!

— Alexis From TX (@Mad_Humor) June 7, 2015

Due to a glitch on craigslist, I am currently having a casual encounter with a used microwave

— Snorklhuahua (@weinerdog4life) June 7, 2015

Even a "casual encounter" can have a few complications, maybe a look at the owners manual would help?

life would've been so much easier if plastic, styrofoam and aluminum plates were microwave-safe

— tahm (@tahmue) June 5, 2015

Apparently "microwave safe" means the bowl will feel like molten lava when you touch it. This is why I have trust issues..

— mark elghossain (@markthemannn) June 8, 2015

I may be graduating in a year but I guess I still don't know that metal cups make microwaves lightening ????

— Natalie Bryant (@natalieb715) June 5, 2015

Just set my microwave on fire for the second time this month??

— Bianca Siqueira (@_siqueirabianca) June 8, 2015

Generally, though microwave ovens serve us pretty well.

"you’re so hot” i whispered as i took my plate of food out of the microwave

— Nathan Robert (@NathanTTC) June 7, 2015

Even if they might get the kids into trouble with Mom.

microwaves should have a “dont make a beep sound my mom is gonna be really mad if she finds out I’m making pizza rolls at 4 am again" option

— ?s??g a?? ?ec?less : (@AdoreVictoriaD) June 5, 2015

Microwaves don't need to give warning beeps after cooking food - the last thing I'm going to do is forget I just made pizza rolls.

— Brandon Marshall (@BSMarshall2) June 5, 2015

Popcorn has never been the same since the invention of the microwave.

i was craving sweet microwave popcorn a couple of hrs ago and now im in bed eating sweet microwave popcorn. dreams really do come true kids

— kari (@folieadouchebag) June 8, 2015

We salute the Microwave Oven!

Big shout out to all microwaves out there for understanding how lazy we are.

— Shimmy (@Shimmycocopuffs) May 30, 2015

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Wednesday Weekly Stock: Microwave Ovens

Every week at W.L. May we have several items we feature as good parts to consider adding to your stock. These parts also have special pricing available. For pricing details, ask your account representative for more information. This week we look into the world of microwave ovens.

We love our microwaves. They have revolutionized the world of popcorn. The make leftover reheating easy. Without them, Jenny Craig would be out of business. So when the microwave isn't working, it can seem like an emergency.

26QBP0936

Lets shed a light on your microwave...literally. There are a wide variety of lamps used in microwave ovens. A common one is this 40w 130v intermediate screw in lamp, part 26QBP0936.

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If the microwave just seems dead for no reason, don't blow a fuse! In fact, there is a good chance your microwave may have blown one-a fuse that is. Microwaves will often have a 15 or 20 amp fuse. This 20amp fuse has been a popular replacement for well over the 22 years I have had in the industry. It's part number is M0805101.

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A fuse won't solve all microwaves problems. The heart of a microwave is the magnetron. It is the device that generates the microwaves that cook the food. If your magnetron stops working the microwave will not do its job, W.L. May Company stocks a wide variety of OEM parts. Some brands can be difficult to source the OEM parts so we have options for you. The 10QBP0229 is a replacement for Samsung's magnetron  part number OM75P(10)ESHL. That same Samsung magnetron was also used on many of GE's microwave ovens, making this a versatile item to consider stocking.

10QBP0230

Another replacement magnetron that is used in a lot of microwave ovens is 10QBP0230. It is a Direct replacement for DCS 212541, Sharp 2m53J(L), & Samsung OM75P(10)ERHN. It also has a LOT of other applications where it will work, or serve as a direct replacement.

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We have one last magnetron to consider this week. That is the part number 10QBP0231. It is a direct replacement for the Samsung magnetron part number OM75p-21-ESGN. Like the others this is used on machines by a wide variety of manufacturers.

A magnetron like the three we just showed you,require a LOT of electricity to work. To get to that point, incoming power first passes through a high voltage transformer. The transformer takes the incoming power (120 or 240 VAC) then "transforms" it to a much higher voltage of anywhere from 3000-5000 DC.

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Still the magnetron needs more power. This achieved by the addition of a high voltage capacitor and diode, which serve to double the voltage. This week we feature a . 95uf capacitor, with 1/4" male terminals that is used on many makes and models of microwave oven. Part number is 13QBP21095.

Important note: Capacitors store lethal amounts of energy. THEY CAN KILL YOU! Make sure the capacitor has been discharged before servicing. If you are unsure of whast that means, please call a technician who can safely do the repair.

11QBPUNIV

Diodes, also know as rectifiers, in most microwaves are fairly similar. Featured this week is a "universal' diode. It has 2 1/4" female terminals and is used on a whole lot of microwave ovens. Part number is 11QBPUNIV.

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Once the Magnetron has power and starts making microwaves those waves are sent through a hole into the ovens cavity chamber. To prevent moisture and food particles reaching through that hole into the high voltage area with the magnetron, capacitor, transformer, etc., a waveguide cover is used. Basically a mica covered piece of cardboard, it not only closes the hole but acts a filter reflecting the microwaves back into the oven.  We are featuring a cut to fit sheet of that material that is 10x12 inches with a part number of 40QBP1012.

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Finally we look at one of the simpler ways that you can break the circuit in a microwave. A microwave will not function if the door is open. A series of micro switches activate the circuit and cause the power to flow when the the door is open. Just like an open door will break the circuit a malfunctioning switch will do so as well. Most microwaves use fairly univeral micro switches in a few different configurations. This week we are featuring 28QBP0496. This switch is 15 amp, 125/250 volt, and has 1/4-inch terminals.

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Thursday Tweets: Microwave Edition

While looking through our Twitter feed we found these washing machine related tweets to share with you.

Our visit to the Twitterverse begins with a microwave story that's been in the news recently. An internet hoax got our of control:

Don’t fall for fake Apple ads telling you to put your iPhone in the microwave: http://t.co/jHr1kNhlsl pic.twitter.com/4vw03d1ddW
— MirrorTech (@MirrorTech) September 22, 2014

LAPD had to issue a warning to the community NOT to put the new iPhone in the microwave. Seriously. http://t.co/Q2xRo24cpB
— Ryan Parker (@TheRyanParker) September 24, 2014

The app which allows you to charge your new iPhone 6 in the microwave is a hoax!!! Try it and you'll get an explosion and a visit from us!
— Perry Barr Fire (@PerryBarrFire) September 19, 2014

In spite of all the warnings, a lot of people claim to have fallen for the prank:

I tried using the new IOS 8 feature WAVE where you can charge your phone with a microwave, does not work @Apple pic.twitter.com/33NSv42hgO
— rizarul DelRey (@rizarul) September 22, 2014

Omgggg that wave thing for iOS 8 just blew my microwave up 😡😡😡😡 pic.twitter.com/eF4bLDMhDB
— Magnetic Man (@JordanBeeTheGee) September 19, 2014

At least one kid tried to capitalize on the situation:

"Dad, can I get a new phone? I fell for the microwave hoax lol." "No, you little idiot."
— Roger Dorn (@RogerJDorn) September 24, 2014

Others saw this as a chance to clean folks out of their follower list:

If you actually believed the rumor of the iOS 8 being able to charge your iPhone by putting it in the microwave, just unfollow me now. 😐
— Bella♱Faith (@PRETTIIGIRL007) September 24, 2014

Another new report a day or so later reported that the new, thinner iphones were bending in peoples pockets. This tweeter tried to get just a little more pranking mileage out of that news report.

It’s fine, just pop it in the microwave for a minute and it’ll flatten right out. #theprojecttv
— The Project (@theprojecttv) September 24, 2014

The correct answer, even if it is a little over the top, is:

Don't put anything in the microwave. Not your dog, not your phone. It's a deadly, radioactive death machine Just use it for things you eat.
— pumpkin spice sadvil (@crylenol) September 20, 2014

Again, use it for things you eat. Not penguins?!?

Penguins are not microwave safe
— Real Penguin Facts (@PenguinTruths) September 20, 2014

If you are using the microwave correctly, for foods you eat. Don't overdo it with the cooking time.

According to Hostess, it takes about 45 seconds for a Twinkie to explode in a microwave.
— Decoration (@Decorationn) September 23, 2014

"Had to evacuate our building because someone put their chicken nuggets in the microwave for 40 minutes. #freshmen" - Western Illinois Univ
— College Confessions (@CoIlegefessions) September 21, 2014

Signing off, we have a sweet sentiment and a message we would like to send out to all of our customers and blog readers...

Are you a microwave oven? Cause you melt my heart.
— Only Minions™ (@iQuotesJokes) September 24, 2014

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