Repair your ge microwave latch for less.
Microwave door latch repair.
The door hook engages with the door latch to keep the door closed during operation.
It then contacts the door latch assembly and releases the door hooks to allow you to open the door.
If this occurs it poses a safety hazard and most repair professionals recommend purchasing a new unit.
Since the door hook is made of plastic it can break due to regular wear.
Luckily this is an easy problem to diagnose and repair yourself.
Torsion springs are used to keep the microwave door closed on units with doors that open downwards.
If the door hook is broken replace it.
A less common microwave problem is a unit that runs when the door is not closed.
The door latch lever assembly usually consists of a paddle or button that either pivots downward or pushes into the control panel.
If the door on your microwave oven won t open you may have a problem with the door latch lever.
If the microwave door won t open if the door to your microwave won t open you can inspect the various parts of the door for damage including the open lever door spring and door latch.
How to repair your microwave door latch.
The hooks will contact the door switches to provide power to the controls and also latch onto the holder to keep the door closed.
This could be caused by a failure of the interlock switches on the door latch.
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 it won t release the door properly preventing the door from opening.
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The latch assembly is normally made of plastic.
The microwave will not start unless the door is properly closed so if you notice that the microwave door is not staying closed check to ensure that the latch is in working order and is not damaged.
If your microwave door won t latch or is not closing it may be because of a broken torsion spring.
How to inspect microwave torsion springs.