This manufacturer-approved screw is for refrigerators, including Kenmore refrigerator model. Avoid cross-threading refrigerator screw during installation.
A microwave that does not sense a closed door may have a bent or broken switch lever. The lever helps press the safety switch when the door latch enters the housing. First check the latch hooks, door fit, switches, and plastic mounts for damage. Match the lever to the complete microwave model and make sure the switch is not also faulty. U...Read morenplugging the unit does not remove the high-voltage danger inside. Use trained service for repairs behind the control panel or outer cover. Do not test the microwave with any panel removed or any door switch bypassed.
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RICHARD from OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Really Easy
Less than 15 mins
Screw drivers
Snipped four corners off inspection panel,removed one phillips screw and two elect. Connections. Reverse process.
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Thermostat failed because rivet was loose on connector blade; caused overheated wiring.
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Ray from GRANBURY, TX
Really Easy
30 - 60 mins
Screw drivers
Replaced the the thermostat located above the magnetron.
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Power cuts in and out; runs for a few secs then powers off
Vinh from Houston, TX
A Bit Difficult
30 - 60 mins
Screw drivers
Disconnected power and removed Microwave housing cover, observed burned end plastic connector of wire connecting to the thermostat (or thermal overload sensor); slightly wiggle one of the 2 wires to the thermostat would cause microwave power to cut out (when plugged in power). When powered on, I would try to run it but power cuts out aft
... Read moreer just a few seconds. Removed the 2 wires from the old thermostat, removed the 2 screws that fasten down the thermostat, replaced with new thermostat and reapplied the 2 screws; cut off burned part of wire and resolder to new wire connector; reconnect both wires to new thermostat and reinstall MW housing cover. MW works good as new again. Thank you PartSelect!