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Whirlpool microwave door latch not working.
4 possible causes and potential solutions.
The latch assembly is spring loaded to provide the necessary tension to engage the hooks.
This time though i m constantly getting door not closed or door open faults on microwave.
Found most common issue is with the door s.
For safety disconnect your appliance from the power source before.
The door latch assembly usually consists of two hooks that protrude from the door and fit into the door switch holder that is mounted onto the frame of the microwave.
Dial button parts latch parts leg.
The hooks will contact the door switches to provide power to the controls and also latch onto the holder to keep the door closed.
On some models if a packaging spacer is attached to inside of the door remove it then firmly close door.
How to inspect a microwave door latch assembly.
Find the most common problems that can cause a whirlpool microwave not to work and the parts instructions to fix them.
When the hooks work properly they engage the switches to begin powering the microwave so having them in working order is important.