KOCE500ESS01 KitchenAid Microwave - Parts

This small but important switch helps keep your microwave safe by making sure it won’t run unless the door is properly closed. It tells the microwave’s control system whether the door is open or shut, helping prevent accidents and ensuring everything works as it should. If your microwave isn’t starting or heating, this part might be the f...Read moreix you need. Installing it usually involves opening the microwave’s outer panel and replacing the switch near the door latch—just be sure to unplug the unit first and follow safety steps.

If your oven isn’t heating properly or seems to be getting too hot, the high-limit thermostat might be the issue. This part helps keep things safe by shutting off the heat if the temperature gets too high. It’s built to last and helps protect your oven from damage. Replacing a faulty thermostat can fix problems like uneven cooking or an o...Read moreven that won’t start. Just be sure to unplug the oven before installing the new part.

The thermal fuse protects the oven from damage in the event of an electrical short or overheating.

This roller is located underneath the glass turntable. With the help of the motor, this roller helps to rotate the glass tray. This part takes the place of the coupling.

Sold individually.

This part is used to generate microwave energy/heat.

Support cookware securely inside a compatible oven with a replacement wire rack. Replacement may be needed when the original rack is warped, corroded, missing, or no longer slides smoothly along the side guides. First, clean baked-on residue from the rack and guide rails because heavy buildup can restrict movement. Check that the oven lin...Read moreer and supports are not bent. Verify compatibility with the full appliance model, since racks for similar ovens may differ in size and stop placement. Work only when the oven is turned off and completely cool. Install the rack evenly on matching guides, avoid overloading it, and remove it during self-cleaning unless the owners manual says otherwise.

This bake element is found on the bottom of the oven.

This enamel-coated baking tray is made for convection microwaves and helps with baking, roasting, and broiling. It replaces a worn or damaged tray and restores a clean, sturdy surface for cooking. As a genuine OEM accessory, it provides a proper fit for select convection models and is easy to use—no tools required. This tray is for convection use only and should not be used during standard microwave heating.

A worn oven-door seal can allow extra heat to escape while food is cooking. This replacement gasket forms a barrier around the oven opening when the door closes. Check for broken clips, loose sections, burns, tears, or areas that no longer spring back after being pressed. Before replacing the gasket, make sure the door closes evenly and t...Read morehe hinges are not bent or loose. Disconnect power and wait until every surface is cool. Wear gloves to protect your hands from sharp edges. Follow the service diagram when releasing the old fasteners, then seat the new gasket evenly without using unapproved glue or sealant.

The inverter acts like the brain for the microwave. It sends high voltage to the magnetron to produce heat.