Repair Microwave Over Door Lock

How to repair a microwave oven.
Repair microwave over door lock. If the door on your microwave oven won t open you may have a problem with the door latch lever. The following steps are what i di. The door hook engages with the door latch to keep the door closed during operation. 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.
If the door hook is broken replace it. The door latch lever assembly usually consists of a paddle or button that either pivots downward or pushes into the control panel. The reason for the interlock is to prevent operation of the microwave and the resulting generation of microwave radiation while the door is open. If throw it away the world will have one more trash and i will have to spend some more money to bring back a new one.
Sarah for model number mw9325sl prefijo b. For safety disconnect your appliance from the power source before beginning. Based on the information you provided it sounds like the door switch has failed. I decided to open the microwave oven to see if i can save it.
Since the door hook is made of plastic it can break due to regular wear. My microwave oven stopped working. Visually inspect your door latch assembly for any signs of cracking wear damage or discoloration. How to inspect a microwave door latch assembly.
If the door hook is broken it won t release the door properly preventing the door from opening. It then contacts the door latch assembly and releases the door hooks to allow you to open the door. If the door on your microwave oven doesn t appear to close properly you may have a problem with the door latch assembly. If you misadjust the switch the unit may start with the door not completely sealed.
Locate and remove the door latch assembly.