How to Replace the Light Bulb in an Amana Radarange Microwave Oven

Written By
Athena Hessong
Athena Hessong
Published: Mar 5, 2009
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
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It just takes a few minutes, and, after changing the bulb, you can once again watch your popcorn popping with a brightly lit Amana Radarange microwave interior.

  1. Unplug the microwave.

  2. Open the back panel on the microwave by unscrewing the nuts with the 1/4" socket.

  3. Remove the nut on the lamp cover inside the microwave.

  4. Remove the old light bulb, and screw in the new bulb.

  5. Replace the lamp cover, screwing the nut back in. Then put the back panel onto the microwave and reattach the nuts that held it in place.

  6. Plug the microwave back in and it will be ready for use.

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Things You Will Need

  • Amana Radarange microwave oven
  • Replacement light bulb (See tip)
  • 1/4" socket wrench
Athena Hessong

Athena Hessong began her freelance writing career in 2004. She draws upon experiences and knowledge gained from teaching all high-school subjects for seven years. Hessong earned a Bachelor in Arts in history from the University of Houston.

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