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Microwave Turntable Not Spinning

A turntable that refuses to rotate means uneven heating. The cause is usually simple: a misaligned tray, a worn coupler, or a dead motor.

By Jordan Feld3 min read read

Written by Sawyer Kincaid, Lead Technician — True Fix Houston. Factory-trained, EPA-certified, 6 years servicing Greater Houston.

When the turntable stops rotating, heating becomes noticeably uneven. Fortunately, the usual causes are simple and inexpensive.

Reseat the Tray and Roller

The glass tray and its supporting roller ring can slip off their center hub.

Fix: Lift both pieces out and set the tray back down squarely onto the drive coupler.

Replace the Drive Coupler

The small plastic coupler responsible for turning the tray wears down over time and starts slipping.

Fix: A replacement coupler is a cheap, easy part to find.

Check the Turntable Motor

If the coupler looks fine but nothing turns at all, the small motor underneath the floor of the cavity has likely failed.

Fix: A technician can swap in a new turntable motor.

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