The microwave was supposed to have a warming feature and it doesn't. Also, there is an issue where the microwave doesn't work sometimes unless I push on the top of the door handle. It doesn't seem to engage otherwise.
Response from geappliances.comBy Sarah, GE_Appliances, June 8, 2026
We’d like to provide information about your microwave, and address the issue you’re having with having to press on the handle. While model PVM9179DRWW does not feature a separate warm setting on the control panel, the power level can be set to 1 to keep food warm. That’s discussed on page 15 of the manual, linked here: https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--F3owBnOW--/f51573a7201700990cd0ef9d330a0deb0e451ba4.pdf.
For the issue with having to press the door handle, we recommend ensuring there’s no residue or anything else preventing the door from closing normally. We have care and cleaning information about the microwave on page 26 of the manual.
If you continue to have the issue and think service is needed, an appointment can be made with one of our Bodewell technicians when you call 1-833-4BODEWELL or visit this site: https://www.bodewell.com/schedule-repair-service. A technician would be glad to examine the microwave.
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