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Cavity Arcing / Waveguide Contamination or Damage
Microwave sparks inside the cavity during cooking, with arcing sounds or bright flashes.
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Possible Causes
Damaged or burnt waveguide cover (mica plate), Exposed metal in the cavity (chips in paint), Use of metal containers or foil, Carbonized food splatter on cavity walls
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Stop the microwave immediately if you see sparks. Unplug it before inspection.
- 1. Remove metal objects: Ensure no metal utensils, foil, or twist ties are inside.
- 2. Inspect the waveguide cover: Locate the small rectangular cover (usually on the side wall). If it is burnt, cracked, or has holes, it must be replaced.
- 3. Clean the cavity: Thoroughly clean all walls and the ceiling with mild detergent and water to remove grease and burnt food. Dry completely.
- 4. Touch-up paint: If the enamel is chipped, exposing bare metal, use microwave-safe cavity touch-up paint to cover the area.
- 5. Replace the waveguide cover: Install a new mica waveguide cover designed for your OK model.
- 6. Test with a cup of water: Run a short cycle and observe. If arcing persists, further inspection of the waveguide and magnetron by a technician is required.
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Repair Difficulty
Easy
2/5
Required Part
Waveguide Cover (Mica Plate)
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