How to Troubleshoot & Replace Ge AP2623338 / WB15X310 Handle Assembly (Oven Door)

It was not clear that prying loose the retaining band, made of plastic, would not break it. If you use a putty knife, start prying between the latch openings and the outside edge of the door frame, and work top and bottom alternately to pop free the pressure clips inside the band, it will not break. Just don't pull on it without using the putty knife to pry it free first. Then it's obvious and easy what to do. Note that the screw that came with the replacement handle were way too long. Use the shorter screws from the original handle or substitute smaller ones of the same size 

I gently removed the plastic perimeter from the back of the door to access the screws that secure the handle. I removed the broken handle. The new handle ships with two screws, but the top screw is too long. Reuse your original screws or replace the top screw with a shorter one. After attaching the new handle, I replaced the plastic perimeter to complete the job. 

I ordered the replacement handle for our GE Spacesaver, and it was a perfect match. I even found a how-to video in the forum here that walked me through the process of removing the trim inside the microwave door so I could reach the screws for the handle.