General Electric Microwave Oven Combo Switches

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$29.89

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo Secondary Door Switch

★★★★★

45 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS237421

Manufacturer Part Number WB24X829

The secondary door switch is a simple on/off mechanism that stops the microwave from operating when the door is open (normally opened). The switch monitors the door latch position, and communicates whether the door is open or closed to the electrical control board. This door switch is approximately 1 inch long, and has 2 metal prongs called terminals that extend out of its body. Common symptoms related to a faulty secondary door switch include: microwave will not turn/shut off, or the microwave will not heat properly. NOTE: Before you begin this repair, first make sure your microwave is unplugged, and that your capacitor is discharged. A capacitor stores large amounts of electricity even when your microwave is unplugged.

Fixes these symptoms

Doesn’t shut off
No heat
Touchpad does not respond
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Installation Instructions

Marla from Arlington, TX

light worked, timer and control pad worked, but no turntable, no heat, no noises of any sort, just didn't start up

Noted on partselect.com that someone else with this problem, found it to be secondary door switch. There are three door switches in this model, but online info noted that one of the three might feel "soft" (in my case, one switch clicked in a rather "jiggly" way, the other two were strong decisive clicks.) To access the door switches on this model was the only difficult part. First use a torx bit to remove the two torx screws below the latches inside the microwave. This frees the latching part inside, that holds the door switches, which you will remove after you take off the control panel. The top grill has to come off before you can remove the door panel. Remove the screws above the grill, on the microwave top cover, The grill on this model is covered with a panel that moves out when it vents. After removing the two top screws, the covered grill vent slides left to remove. Be careful, as the sliding tabs are plastic. Wiggle and jiggle it, to slip it off. Below the removed grill, is a small metal grill with one screw in lower center. Remove that screw, and wiggle that out. You'll then see the one screw that holds on the control panel. Remove this screw, and lift the control panel up to remove. Again, go slowly and gently, as the bottom tabs holding the control panel in, are also plastic and easily broken. Lay the control panel on something, (I used the coffee maker) and pull out the wire bundles tucked on the left, that are attached to the latching panel. Wiggle the latching panel gently to lift it up off of it's plastic tabs and pull it out towards you, so you can see the three door switches. Each switch (part number WB24X829) has a little black switch on it. Feel each switch with either your finger, or a screwdriver to see which one doesn't "click" strongly. The weak one is the one you will replace. The door switches are fitted into a tab, and plugged into their wires. Remove the defective switch, pull out the wires, and replace it with the new switch, plugging back the wires, and slipping it back into it's plastic tabs. Then put everything back together in reverse order. The entire job took me fifteen minutes EXCEPT for figuring out how to slide off the upper grill, which I have told you. A repairman would have cost $150, the part was $18. AND, there's a good chance, the other two switches will get "used up" in the next year or so as well, so I'll be ready next time. Thank you, Partselect, why work all day, to make money, only to give it to somebody else, for fifteen minutes of work. All I needed was the knowledge. Read more...

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$33.41

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo Primary Door Interlock Switch

★★★★★

18 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS237015

Manufacturer Part Number WB24X10047

This interlock switch is located in the door latch.

Fixes these symptoms

Doesn’t shut off
No heat
Tray won’t turn
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Installation Instructions

Steven from Manassas, VA

Microwave not heating

Rmovd top vent screen. Removed control panel. Removed fuse cover panel. Replaced fuse. Removed housing of door switches. Removd wiring from door switches and and removed door switches from housing. Replaced with new switches and re-connectd wiring. Re-attached panels. Read more...

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$51.32

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo INFINITE HEAT SWITCH KIT

★★★★★

15 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS16216966

Manufacturer Part Number WB21X36771

The infinite switch controls the stove top surface burner. This switch will work with most of the electrical range models with coil burner elements.

Fixes these symptoms

Element will not heat
Will Not Start
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Installation Instructions

Scott from Olathe, KS

Front burner would not heat up

1. Pull out range and unplug from socket.
2. Lift range lid.
3. Remove back panel. Loosen the 6 - 1/4" nuts, then lift up slightly, which compresses the "latch" at the top middle. Let down and panel comes off easily.
(Note: Do not remove wires yet)
4. Remove control knob from front panel by pulling gently, exposing 2 small tap screws
5. unscrew the 2 small tap screws, freeing the switch.
6. NOTE THE EXISTING WIRING! Each terminal has a letter. Take a photo or drawing for reference, because the new switch's post locations were not the same as the old.
7. In my case I had to replace the terminal block kit with a new one. (don't try the aftermarket one's at Home Depot...bad idea event though they say Hotpoint) so I ran those wires first. Easy removal of old, only one wire clip, then fish the wires through. Secure with tap screw at burner location.
8. Hook up the wires. The ones coming from the burner don't seem to matter which one goes to which post but make sure you're replacing them on the posts that the original were on. What I did was just unhook the old posts one at a time and find the corresponding letter on the new one.
9. Break off stem at length of old switch with pliers. make sure you find where off and on are on the switch. Orient the off at the top, then push through from back of range.
10. Screw the 2 tap screws in, securing the switch.
11. Place the orange retainer oriented with flat side the same as the knob, and push the knob back in place.
12. Close lid, replace back panel
13. Insert drip pan/burner into terminal block and secure in drip pan. If your burner plugs are corroded or exposed, replace the burner as it will short out.
14. Plug in to socket and test before pushing range back into place. Read more...

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$24.77

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo SWITCH MONITOR INTERLOCK

★★★★★

4 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS11766871

Manufacturer Part Number WB24X25397

This is the replacement monitor switch for your microwave. It is black in color and measures approximately 1 inch by ¾ of an inch. This switch monitors the door latch position of your microwave and communicates to the electronic control board whether the latch is open or closed. If the switch is damaged, your microwave may not start, even though the door latch is closed. You can check the continuity of the switch by using a multimeter. Be sure to disconnect the microwave from power before you begin this repair.

Fixes these symptoms

Doesn’t shut off
No heat
Won’t turn on
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Installation Instructions

William from KINGMAN, AZ

The power was on but the Microwave would not start.

This is an above the range microwave, use 2 people to remove it. I set it on a table and removed the outer cabinet. I then used jumper leads to discharge the capacitor. I removed the control panel (taking a picture to ensure proper wiring on assembly), then I removed the latch board. Once I had the latch board out I removed the monitor switch (which is the middle switch) and tested it for continuity. This is a normally closed switch. I tested the other two switches as well and found these (normally open) switches for continuity to be good and the monitor switch to have a short. This switch should show continuity when the door is open and should show no resistance when the door is closed. (Take care removing the switches) After I received the parts I installed them in the new Locker Holder and installed the latch board (ensure to follow the latch board adjustment steps located in the control board). I then attached the wiring to the control board and then plugged in the unit. I tested the unit to ensure it functioned correctly. I then installed the outer cabinet, and then installed the unit above the range (Use 2 people for this process). Overall an easy fix you just need to ensure you follow safety procedures (especially when dealing with capacitors.
Take a lot of pictures of the wiring and of the components and take care with the latch board or you'll have to buy a new one when all you really needed is a monitor switch. Read more...

Your Price

$36.99

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo Monitor Door Switch

★★★★★

14 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS237422

Manufacturer Part Number WB24X830

Unplug your microwave before attempting this repair. You will need to remove the grill, which is held into place by two screws at the top of the grill (open your microwave door before doing this). Remove the grill. Remove the screw on the left holding the control panel in place. Loosen the screw behind the panel. You should now be able to lift the panel up and pull forward to detach. You will find the door switch by removing the screws to detach the switch assembly. Press on the release tab to remove the middle switch. Disconnect the wire connector to release the old switch. The door switch is normally closed.

Fixes these symptoms

Doesn’t shut off
No heat
Won’t turn on
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Installation Instructions

George from Sugar Land, TX

GE Microwave turns on when door is opened

I saw a similar problem description at partselect.com and was confident to take the challenge to repair it myself. (Thanks to partselect.com). When I opened the microwave cover I found 3 similar switches. 2 of them works the same way and the other in reverse direction. Image diagram provided to buy parts is helpful to identify the switch.
Steps:
Remove the built-in microwave from the wall and keep it in an open space.
Remove the microwave screws and take the cover out.
Remove the 2 screws(inside) from the plastic panel where switches are snapped in
Gently remove the faulty switch and replace with the new one.
(In my case the topmost secondary door switch was broken) Read more...

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$87.04

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo Dual Burner Control Switch

★★★★★

15 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS236785

Manufacturer Part Number WB24T10063

This switch controls the dual burner.

Fixes these symptoms

Element will not heat
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Installation Instructions

Jeff from Clinton, IA

No control of right front burner (dual burner)

The burner would work but you could not regulate the heat. I ordered and replaced the control switch for that burner. The part was like for like and reasonably priced compared to other websites and dealer. The picture showed that it was identical. I ordered one day and it was here the next. I had drawn a diagram of where the wires went on the old switch so it was very easy to replace. Probably took me 15 minutes or so. Works perfectly and by buying from this website it saved me a few bucks. Read more...

Your Price

$48.13

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo Infinite Switch Control

★★★★★

3 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS236751

Manufacturer Part Number WB24T10026

This surface element control switch is for ranges. Surface element control switch turns the surface element on and off and controls how much heat the element produces. Unplug the range or shut off the house circuit breaker for the range before installing this part. Wear work gloves to protect your hands.

Fixes these symptoms

Element will not heat
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Installation Instructions

manuel from key west, FL

left front burner would not turn on

Removed panel to gain access, removed wires from switch from burner that was not operating and attached them to switch for burner that was working. Burner worked, problem identified. Replaced bad switch with new switch. Problem solved. Read more...

Your Price

$60.14

General Electric Microwave Oven Combo SWITCH MICRO MONITOR

★★★★★

4 Reviews

PartSelect Number PS8754455

Manufacturer Part Number WB24X10205

Fixes these symptoms

Won’t turn on
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Installation Instructions

Earl from STOW, OH

door switch monitor broke ,tripped breaker

when on line to see how to replace the micro switch, very helpful.be careful removing door latching housing & vent cover.unplug control panel & set aside so it's out of the way. Read more...