When Your RV Microwave Oven Doesn't Work

Above, the microwave oven in The Beast. Photo by Armand Vaquer.

One of the nicest things about today's recreational vehicles, they come with a microwave oven.

In years past, all we could rely upon for cooking meals were propane stoves and ovens as well as the charcoal barbecue.

Microwave ovens can be operated when the RV is plugged into the shore power at a full-hookup RV park or running the RV's generator while dry camping.

What if the microwave oven stops working?

Do It Yourself RV has some troubleshooting tips if this should happen.

They begin with:

Traveling with an RV is awesome because it allows you to cook wherever you go. The propane stove and oven are great, but let’s be honest, the most convenient kitchen appliance in an RV is definitely a microwave. Because of this, most campers notice pretty quickly when they have a problem with their RV microwave not working. 

If you’re currently dealing with an RV microwave not working, you might be wondering what your next steps should be. Fortunately, you can troubleshoot this issue pretty easily on your own, and you will likely be able to fix the problem without the help of a professional. 

Of course, you will need to know where to start. That’s why we’re here. In this article, we will discuss common problems people have with their microwaves along with what you should do in each case. 

To read the article, go here.