Microwave Door Switch Repair

Step 1 door switch.

Microwave door switch repair.

Problem with the hardware interlock switches triggered by the door latch. Before you begin any microwave repair including this one make absolute sure you unplug the microwave and discharge the capacitor first. Remove the grill and lay aside. This guide will show you how to replace the door switch for the sharp microwave so that it will not turn on when the door is opened.

Most are black in color and all have metal prongs called terminals extending out from the body of the switch. The following things are connect wires to the new switch and install it properly. Just reverse the operation what i did. Find the official oem replacement door switch that fits your appliance.

Plug in power to test the microwave oven works very well. Locate and remove the one philips screw that holds the control panel in place. Also microwaves usually have three or four door. A primary secondary and monitor switch all actuate to keep the microwave from cooking your kitchen while the door is open.

How to repair a microwave oven door micro switch fix replace or repair if having micro switch problems you may be able to fix it. In short i suspect the sensors switches are probably fine but the mechanical parts that actuate them are more likely to be the problem. The hooks will contact the door switches to provide power to the controls and also latch onto the holder to keep the door closed. The door latch assembly usually consists of two hooks that protrude from the door and fit into the door switch holder that is mounted to the frame of the microwave.

A door switch is a simple on off mechanism that prohibits the microwave from operating when the door is open. Microwave door switches are normally mounted to a bracket near the door latch. Microwave door switches are only an inch long. Sharp microwave running with door open.

Remove two philips screws that hold the grill in place on top of the microwave.