How to Replace an Oven & Microwave Lamp 25W E14 - Hotpoint

Make and Model of Oven Used in This Video

Hotpoint DU2540WH (61022940000)
Hotpoint DU2540WH (769991022942)

Part Used in This Video

Universal Oven & Microwave Lamp 25W E14

1. Tools needed and safety first

Before any repair, turn off and eliminate all power to the appliance.

Turn off all power

A bulb will typically be found in the bottom oven and top oven section. We’re going to replace the top oven bulb on this Hotpoint model, but it’s the same process if you’re replacing the bottom oven bulb.

Start by removing any racks and trays.

Remove trays and racks

2. Remove old bulb

Unscrew and remove the glass lens cover.

Unscrew glass lens cover

Then, gently unscrew and remove the old bulb.

Remove old bulb

3. Install new bulb

The wattage, thread size and maximum temperature will be shown on the box of your new bulb and should also be on the bulb itself. Make sure this matches the bulb you’re replacing.

Check the spec of the bulb matches the one you're replacing

Gently screw the new bulb into the oven.

Screw new 25W E14 bulb in

Then re-screw the glass lens cover back on.

Re-screw glass lens cover back on

Replace any racks and trays. And that’s it, your new 25W E14 oven and microwave bulb is all set to go!

Re-insert any racks and trays

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