Asked on Oct 19, 2014
My microwave handle broke off!
by Christina
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Any ideas for how to replace the handle, but not the whole microwave? It's awkward to open it with the smidge of handle that's left. Thank you!
Fridgedaire microwave -- at least 7 years old.
16 answers
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I would google your microwave and see if there is a way to replace handle. if not I would try gorilla glue!
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The Garden Frog with C Renee
on Oct 19, 2014
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Same thing happened with my Kenmore, The handle was cracking and came off the door. I used Gorilla Glue, that was 2 years ago and it's holding on. Other parts started cracking, the gorilla glue held for a little while on those, then let go. Maybe I should have used super glue. For the top vent that would fall off every time I opened the door I taped it with Crystal Clear Duck Tape. From the sides down. Can't even see it, and it's held up really well....Hope this helps.
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Marlene
on Oct 19, 2014
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Thanks all. I'll try it.
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Christina
on Oct 20, 2014
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you need Sugru! check it out - you'll fall in love with it! i am...
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Avi Heller
on Oct 20, 2014
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Yes SUGRU!!!!!! But if you try Gorilla glue WET the part FIRST---this can make the difference; also great adhesion with E-6000---I use it for a LOT of stuff.
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Comet
on Oct 20, 2014
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I used Gorilla glue when that happened to me.
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Phyllis Bruton
on Oct 20, 2014
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I use Krazy Glue on everything. Just another option.....
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Barbara Thomas
on Oct 21, 2014
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If the handle is plastic, use gorilla glue. If it is metal, use JB Weld! If it is really old and these don't work, replace it...since they are not as pricey as they used to be!
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Jeanette S
on Oct 21, 2014
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if the adhesives listed above do not work - please try Sugru. too many useful things are thrown away because of missing parts! reuse, reduce, recycle - make do, do without, use it up, wear it out - as my mother used to say!
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Avi Heller
on Oct 21, 2014
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2-part epoxy works on a lot of things like this.
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Darla
on Oct 23, 2014
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I also used gorilla glue. Worked great!
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Waneta Yancey
on Jan 20, 2015
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Here is a list of places to go for replacing the handle on your microwave. appliancepartspros.com, ereplacementparts.com, partadvantage.com, repairclinic.com just a few and they always send instructions on how to replace your part. glenda
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Glenda D
on Jan 24, 2015
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Liquid Nails--adhesive like glue-works great!
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Jodi Behnke
on Jan 30, 2015
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Hey all! It's fixed. We found a replacement handle from the manufacturer and learned how to attach it. Presto! The glue ideas were great, but the way the handle had broken off, there wasn't enough for the glue to grab on to.
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Christina
on Feb 04, 2015
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We had ours replaced twice. The third time it snapped off, we replaced it with a handmade, painted black, wood handle. Worked like a charm
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Laura Bagaason
on Mar 20, 2015
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If you have a piece of thick wood laying around, take the knob off and trace it onto your wood. Cut it out then mark your screw holes where they should be. Paint it a color to match. My brother did that to his. Works perfectly.
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Mary
on Mar 20, 2015
The Garden Frog with C Renee
on Oct 19, 2014
Marlene
on Oct 19, 2014
Avi Heller
on Oct 20, 2014
Comet
on Oct 20, 2014
Phyllis Bruton
on Oct 20, 2014
Barbara Thomas
on Oct 21, 2014
Jeanette S
on Oct 21, 2014
Darla
on Oct 23, 2014
Waneta Yancey
on Jan 20, 2015
Glenda D
on Jan 24, 2015
Jodi Behnke
on Jan 30, 2015
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