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Lights flicker when the microwave runs. What's likely wrong?

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Correct Incorrect Flickering lights when a large appliance runs often means too many devices share one circuit, causing voltage drops. This can stress your wiring over time and may warrant an electrician's assessment.

Lights flicker when the microwave runs. What's likely wrong?

• A circuit is being overloaded
• The microwave is too clean
• The light bulbs are too bright
• The outlet is the wrong color