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Micro Switch – Part Number: 3B73362F
Micro Switch
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PartSelect #: PS3522738
Manufacturer #: 3B73362F
$17.59
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Kit Assembly – Part Number: 3861W2A006A
Kit Assembly
PartSelect #: PS3522504
Manufacturer #: 3861W2A006A
$42.75
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Fan – Part Number: 3B72559A
Fan
PartSelect #: PS3522731
Manufacturer #: 3B72559A
$20.57
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Screw,Tapping – Part Number: 1TTL0402418
Screw,Tapping
PartSelect #: PS3517549
Manufacturer #: 1TTL0402418
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Thermostat – Part Number: 6930W1A003K
Thermostat
PartSelect #: PS3530464
Manufacturer #: 6930W1A003K
$18.19
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Screw,Customized – Part Number: 4B70188C
Screw,Customized
PartSelect #: PS3525453
Manufacturer #: 4B70188C
$9.38
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Thermostat – Part Number: 6930W1A003G
Thermostat
PartSelect #: PS3530461
Manufacturer #: 6930W1A003G
$18.19
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Spring – Part Number: 4B72023A
Spring
PartSelect #: PS3525457
Manufacturer #: 4B72023A
$9.38
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Screw,Customized – Part Number: 4B73763A
Screw,Customized
PartSelect #: PS3525471
Manufacturer #: 4B73763A
$9.38
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Screw,Tapping – Part Number: 1TTG0402632
Screw,Tapping
PartSelect #: PS3517547
Manufacturer #: 1TTG0402632
$7.96
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Screw,Tapping – Part Number: 1TTL0402818
Screw,Tapping
PartSelect #: PS3517555
Manufacturer #: 1TTL0402818
$22.36
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CAPACITOR,HIGH VOLTAGE – Part Number: 0CZZW1H007K
CAPACITOR,HIGH VOLTAGE
PartSelect #: PS8747533
Manufacturer #: 0CZZW1H007K
$56.49
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Broken door micro switch. (unit does not start heating)
Unplug the unit before servicing. Need phillips screwdriver. Open door. Use step ladder to access and remove 2 small screws from top of the room air diffuser at top of unit. Slide diffuser slightly to the left to align the diffuser's plastic tab on the left side to rotate toward you. (The wires for the front control panel are at the far left side of this difuser, but difuser is slotted for easy removal). Once the difuser is removed you will see 1 screw at the top that secures the pannel cover on the left side of the unit. Remove screw and slide this panel slightly up and out. This exposes the plastic frame that holds the upper and lower door switches. To locate the door switches and observe how they work, close and open the door and watch the door (bayonets) open and close the micro switches. Do the (red) buttons on top of the switches move up and down when the door bayonets push and release? If the buttons do not "pop" up when opened the switch is defective. The switch frame is secured with 2 screws. Remove screws and rotate the unit out for easy access to the micro switch(s). The internal (spring?) on my unit that is suposed to allow the red (visible) button on top of the switch to "pop" up when the door is opened was broken. Carefully pry the switch outward while being careful to lift the plastic holder-piece that holds the switch in place. Be careful, there is a small pin on the frame, so rotate the switch OUT toward you while lifting (carefully) the plastic holder-piece (you will see it on top of the switch). You can use an ohm meter to test the continuity of the switches. But if the buttons don't "pop" they are defective. Replace switch and reassemble.
Parts Used:
Micro Switch
  • JAMES from BILLINGS, MT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Door sensor switch went bad. Microwave would not operate.
Watched a couple of repair videos on Youtube by searching for the model number. Found out what to do in order not to get shocked by the powerful capacitor.
Ordered the two switches (To be sure, I could have ordered a third switch as suggested in the videos.)
Bought a tamper-proof star bit to get the cover off. Followed the directions to replace the switches. - I broke the harness and had to use some super glue, but it's all good. I should have removed the harness instead of trying to get a switch out while it was still in place.
It's all back together, and the wife is happy!!
Parts Used:
Micro Switch
  • Randall from ARCADIA, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Oven would not start when closing door.
Removed some cosmetic panels. Removed the assembly with micro switches. Examined the faulty switch by checking the clicking action of switch. Two others were ok by this method. Replaced the switch with new one. Works fine so far. Thanks to web site and YouTube videos.
Parts Used:
Micro Switch
  • Raymond from DEPEW, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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