Jay3d ago

My 43 yr old microwave died today.

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This old thing was an absolute champ. Between myself, my ex, and two kids who are now adults, it heated up a lot of stuff for us over the years. I honestly wasn’t sure if I was going to outlive it or end up buried with it. I guess I know the answer to that now…
Mar 25 at 4:03amWeb
Show threadfoodandart3d ago

So it’s a mechanical failure, the pads literally wore out… What you’ll be looking for is a membrane switch… That model part number for your unit was ANE6479L80AP - you might be able to find a newer model that can be swapped in.

Can start by looking at current Panasonic models and see if there’s one with a keypad layout that looks like yours, and try and go from there… help.na.panasonic.com/…/microwave-ovens/

Panasonic - Microwave Ovens

Have a problem or need information for a Panasonic Telephone, Lumix Camera, Television, Microwave Oven or other consumer product? Visit the Panasonic Official support page for consumer products, operational assistance, troubleshooting, warranty, repair, service, firmware, operating manuals or parts and accessory information.

Show threadJay3d ago
Ya I looked on the Panasonic parts site earlier and they did have a listing for a similar one (I think) but it was not available.
Show threadanswersplease773d ago
incomparable to today’s planned obsolescence junk that goes out after 2 yrs max
Show threadJay3d ago
Yup, I used to laugh at my ex-mother-in-law because she was constantly blowing up microwaves every few years, while this thing was always rock solid… until now.