Skip to content Skip to accessibility help

Choose another country or region to see content specific to your location.

This site uses cookies to enhance your web site experience. By continuing to browse or use this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. See our privacy policy here.

  1. Home
    2. /
  2. Cardboard on inside wall of microwave
Magnatron cover, not a piece of cardboard, inside a Samsung microwave

Cardboard on inside wall of microwave

Magnatron cover, not a piece of cardboard, inside a Samsung microwave

All microwaves have a magnetron cover, although the appearance will vary between models. On many Samsung microwaves, the magnetron may look like a piece of cardboard and you might wonder why it's there and if you can remove it. No, you can't remove it, and this guide will explain why.

Related Content
Microwave control panel does not respond
Microwave control panel does not respond
If the microwave has power, but will not respond to any commands or only certain buttons work, clean the control panel and try a power cycle. If the panel still doesn't respond, service is required.
 Microwave does not turn on
Microwave does not turn on
If your microwave is not turning on, it could have overheated. When a microwave has been in use for a long time and overheats, just give it 30 minutes to cool off and try to use it again. Otherwise, you'll need to check the outlet and the power cord.
 Normal Microwave Sounds and Operational Noises
Normal Microwave Sounds and Operational Noises
Microwaves make all kinds of sounds while running. Most of these are normal and should not be a cause of concern. This guide will go through the different sounds you will hear while you are using the microwave.
 Microwave does not heat
Microwave does not heat
 If the microwave turns on, but does not heat the food, this guide will take you through checking a few settings and the installation to possibly resolve the issue.
 Condensation forms on the microwave door
Condensation forms on the microwave door
Your microwave's door isn't completely sealed so when condensation forms on the outside, some of it may get inside or between the glass panes. The most common form of condensation on the inside comes from the food you're cooking.
Share Video
18 people found this helpful.
Was this content helpful?

How would you like to contact us?

Give us a call 1-800-SAMSUNG (1-800-726-7864)
MOBILE: 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS A WEEK ALL OTHER: M-F 8-12AM/S-S 9AM-11PM, APPLIANCES 6PM ET Printer support visit: hp.com/support/samsung

Request a call

Chat with us

Live Chat support with a Samsung Care Pro.

24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK
START SESSION

Help with your order

Send us your inquiry and we will respond within 24 hours.

ORDER SUPPORT

SMS Chat

Text SMSCARE to 62913 to receive live support 24/7*

* Standard text message and data rates may apply

Social Support

Contact us on Twitter or Facebook and we'll reply with an answer to your question or issue.

Ask the Community

Browse answers, ask questions and get solutions from other Samsung customers.

JOIN DISCUSSION

Question about a promotion?

Learn more about Samsung promotions.

SAMSUNG PROMOTIONS
Contact
Fast, easy checkout with Shop Samsung App
Easy sign-in, Samsung Pay, notifications, and more!
Get the app
Or continue shopping on Samsung.com
×
The Shop Samsung app
Free standard shipping, exclusive offers and financing options.
GET
×
The Shop Samsung app
Free standard shipping, exclusive offers and financing options.
GET
×

You Are About To Be Redirected To Investor Relations Information for U.S.

Thank you for visiting Samsung U.S. Investor Relations. You will be redirected via a new browser window to the Samsung Global website for U.S. investor relations information.
CANCEL
CONTINUE
×

Redirect Notification

As of Nov. 1, 2017, the Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. printer business and its related affiliates were transferred to HP Inc.

For more information, please visit HP's website: http://www.hp.com/go/samsung


Select CONTINUE to visit HP's website.

CANCEL
CONTINUE