Question

Name the parts of a microwave oven which operate on high voltage and current.

Hint:

Always disconnect power before repairing any high voltage components in a microwave.

Answer 1

The high-voltage and high-current components of a microwave oven include:
• Magnetron: Produces microwaves.
• High Voltage Transformer: Increases voltage.
• High Voltage Capacitor: Accumulates electrical energy at high voltage.
• High Voltage Diode: Rectifies AC to DC within the circuit.