Apollo microwave

[stargirl96]

We have a 2007 Winnebago Outlook with an Apollo microwave/convection oven combination. The microwave has ceased working. The only keypad button that works is "reset." I've read in forums that they don't make this oven, and you can replace it with a regular microwave. But, I don't even see how to get it out of the housing. The stainless steel cover over propane burners and microwave keypad seem to be one unit.

[Bobbo]

I don't know if this website is still current, but they have a phone number where you can call.

https://www.apolloworldwide.info/pages/available-rv-models

[Bobbo]

stargirl96 wrote:
Bobbo, so you went with an Airstream. Are you happy with your new unit?

Absolutely. We downsized, and at the same time went from 4 drivetrains to maintain to 2. Not only did we sell the Winnebago, losing 1 drivetrain, we sold the Subaru we bought to tow behind the Winnebago. The only reason we bought the Subaru was to tow it. We already had a pickup truck, but traded it in on a new one because the old one did not have a tow package.

After owning the Winnebago for 10 years, we had a good idea of how much we DIDN'T need. It is only the 2 of us, and we don't spend a lot of time in the RV unless it is bad weather.

[darsben1]

BTW APollo says they can fix your unit

From Apollo website
"MICROWAVE OVEN REPAIR

Apollo can Repair or Replace any Microwave Brand!

Call us for a Free Diagnosis and cost estimate.

Don't pay a service company $100-$150 to come and diagnose your problem. In 90% of the cases, they will not have the part to fix your oven and will charge you a second service call when they come back and install the part. You will end up spending $500 or more and end up with a 5-10 year old oven. Please call our customer service center at 800-330-9707. You can also email us: sales@apolloworldwide.info and we will provide whatever you might need."

[stargirl96]

Bobbo, so you went with an Airstream. Are you happy with your new unit?

[Bobbo]

I sure am glad you posted that photo. Last April we traded off our 2007 Winnebago Outlook with an Apollo Halftime Microwave. It had served us well for 10 years. I would have hated learning that it failed for the new owners. The picture shows it is a different model Outlook though.

[DownTheAvenue]

Another suggestion. Just discard the whole thing and purchase two separate units. A surface unit and then just a little "cubby" where a cheap Walmart microwave fits.

[westend]

I would imagine that the keypad could be retained but power removed from it. Removing the microwave's fascia with the rivets or "buttons" would be my first step. You may find that a sheet of metal needs to be installed under the burners if the oven is enclosed and the top acts as the burner drip pan.

It may entail some work but the microwave should be replacable. If the function of the existing microwave has only failed due to keypad failure or some other electrical failure, it's possible that it can be repaired. Unfortunately, with the higher cost of repair compared to the low cost of a replacement, replacement may be the more attractive method.

[MEXICOWANDERER]

Some observations...

Unless "they" used flexible tubing to pipe (?) connectors, separating the burner top from the oven would involve pivoting the stove top at the rear.

Can you see "anything" by taking the burner grills off and somehow wedging a small mirror and aim a flashlight to light up the area to see the burner manifolds?

Adjacent cupboards have no screws to fix the entire unit in place? I sure would look underneath looking up.

It is very likely nothing can be done until the entire unit is removed, which will expose hidden screws.

[Ralph_Cramden]

stargirl96 wrote:
They are not regular screws, but more like buttons. I've taken some of them off already. My question involves the integrated stainless steel top that has the keypad and covers the propane burners. It looks like trying to replace it with a regular microwave (as some have suggested) will not work.

Pull the microwave and toss it. Remove the control panel from the range shroud and replace it with a strip of brushed stainless. There has to be a way to accomplish that. The control panel has to attach with screws or some type of clips from the backside. Look for a sheet metal or a commercial kitchen shop / supplier for the stainless.

[stargirl96]

They are not regular screws, but more like buttons. I've taken some of them off already. My question involves the integrated stainless steel top that has the keypad and covers the propane burners. It looks like trying to replace it with a regular microwave (as some have suggested) will not work.

[DownTheAvenue]

I plainly see two screws at the top of the shroud and two intentions at the middle and bottom that certainly are screw access as well. With all due respect, if you cannot see that and start removing screws from there, you probably lack the skills to do a replacement. Good luck to you, but you need to find someone to do this job for you.

[darsben1]

learn how to post a photo here
https://forums.goodsamclub.com/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/15775751.cfm