Either way, ignoring it could result in a fire. If it’s food, stop the appliance and let everything cool down inside before ...

Should you repair or replace your broken over-the-range microwave? Consumer Reports has the data to help you make the right choice.

Microwave buttons allows you to set your preferred cooking temperatures when preparing different meals. However, this is not possible if the buttons are not working as required.

If used properly, your microwave can cook almost anything -- even pasta. But if you're not utilizing your microwave's power level button, then you're not getting the most out of this small appliance.