The average microwave oven lasts about seven years with normal use, and even less with heavy use and poor maintenance. A large family may find themselves replacing their appliance every four to five years as they become more reliant on its use to heat up snacks and leftovers, or to defrost … Read full review
So, as long as the metal you put in the microwave is thick, smooth, not near anything flammable and preferably buried in food (but not grapes), everything will probably be fine. But really, the best idea is still to never put metal in the microwave. What happens if you accidentally put … Read full review
Worn Microwave Racks: If your microwave has a microwave rack, it may be causing the microwave to spark. Microwave racks contain metal that is covered in protective plastic to prevent sparking. If you have been using the same rack for a long time, the protective plastic covering may have chipped or … Read full review
A sparking microwave will alarm most people, but there’s no need to throw out the microwave, as it can be fixed. A microwave uses a high level of electricity, which makes microwaves susceptible to sparking issues. Is it bad if the microwave sparks? If there is sparking happening in your microwave, … Read full review
In most cases where sparks appear in the appliance, it is likely because you have accidentally left a piece of metal in the microwave. When the appliance is working, this will cause sparks to fly, and the metal should be taken out as soon as possible. How do I stop my … Read full review