Discharge Microwave Capacitor. This video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the capacitor on GE microwaves. A capacitor is discharged by creating a short circuit between each of the two capacitor terminals and between each terminal and the chassis.
This creates a short circuit that results in the electricity being discharged. You can use a multimeter to check the voltage left in the. Using a screwdriver with an insulated handle essentially you touch the tip to a capacitor and drag it slowly towards the one across from it.
You may need to do this multiple times.
If you can see and reach the terminal screws a flat screwdriver along both screws will do the job. First decide on the tool you need to discharge the unit. Once you find it learning how to discharge a microwave capacitor is relatively simple despite the wide variety of products out there. Take the alligator clips and solder them to the other end of the wire.