Removing The Cavity Lamp & Socket - Whirlpool MH9180XL Service Manual

REMOVING THE CAVITY LAMP & SOCKET
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before
operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
NOTE: Sharp edges may be present.
1. Unplug the microwave oven or disconnect
the power.
2. Open the microwave oven door.
3. Pull the top of the air grille forward to
release the clips, then lift the grille, and
remove the bottom tabs from the cabinet
slots.
Pull Top Of Air Grille Forward
4. Lift the front of the cavity lamp cover
slightly and pull it out of the slot in the top
cover.
Cavity Lamp Cover
5. Unscrew the bulb from the cavity lamp
socket.
6. To remove the cavity lamp socket, twist
the socket to the left (counterclockwise) to
unlock it, and push it out of the mounting
hole.
7. Disconnect the wires from the socket ter-
minals.
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Cavity Lamp Socket
Bulb
Socket Wires