How to Replace the Oven Light in a GE 1490 Microwave

GE's Spacesaver JVM 1490 over-the-range microwave oven has an installed light bulb that performs two duties: It turns on when you open the microwave door, and it also lights the interior of the microwave while it is running, to let you monitor your food as it cooks. Through normal use, the light bulb will eventually burn out. You can access the light compartment in the bottom of the unit and replace the microwave oven light without much fuss.

Things You'll Need

• Screwdriver
• Replacement light bulb, 20-watt halogen

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Disconnect power from the GE JVM 1490, either by unplugging the microwave or by turning off the power at the circuit breaker panel.

   • 2

     Use a screwdriver to remove the screw holding the light compartment door in place on the bottom of the unit. Open the compartment cover.

   • 3

     Use your fingers to unscrew the burned-out light bulb from its holder. Screw in the replacement light bulb.

   • 4

     Push the compartment cover back into position, and replace the screw that holds the cover in place.