MICROSWITCH

Replaced switch abdcsupports

I replaced the microswitches on both sides of the oven door. The procedure is very easy:
- Unplug from power
- Remove the top cover - there are two parts (screws are on the top)
- Remove the support on the right side (the microswitch is inside this part) - by removing the two screws screws on top of the part.
- Remove the two electrical wires from the switch by pulling the cable shoes. Note that the cable shoes can be snug - don't pull on the wires.
- Insert the microswitch (the one with red micro button) into the new support - in an identical position. Use the old part as a reference. Note that there is a tiny latch inside that should be moved gently aside to allow the switch to get in place.
- Connect the electrical wires and install the new support in place.
-Repeat the procedure on the left side - note the left side has two switches - one with green micro button and the bottom one identical to the one on the right.
- Make sure to install a new fuse before closing the top covers.

There are two small switches that the door interacts with. As they age they can fail outright or "stick" --either will trip your breaker. It is also likely that the small plastic support holding the switches starts to age and allow play or movement of the switches. I replaced both switches (after testing that one of them was bad) and both supports. About $35 to keep a 6 year old microwave going. Way better than replacing it for $1750+. It takes help to remove/replace the oven from the wall, but only a screwdriver to remove the side and top pieces to access the switches and supports YouTube videos can guide you. Thanks partselect.com for keeping me going with your Bosch parts selection!

I unfastened the unit and slid it out of the cabinet, then I removed the top and side panel to expose the switch and support . I got the model number and called Part Select for the repair parts which they had in stock
I had the parts the next day ! Amazing
I Installed the new parts and reassembled the unit. It works perfectly
Thank you. I think I saved about $300.00 on what an appliance repair company would have charged me.