Product Details
Genuine Ge part. Ge brands include General Electric, Hotpoint, RCA, Kenmore, and others.
GE also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.
Cross Reference Information
Part Number WB27X20531 replaces AP5791098.
Description
The Main Control Board is an OEM part for GE microwaves. As the central processing unit, it orchestrates all the cooking functions including power levels, time settings, temperature controls, and safety features. The main control board receives inputs from the control panel, temperature sensors, magnetron, and other components to properly execute cooking programs.
Causes of a bad main control board can be failure of electronic components over time due to normal wear and tear, moisture damage, or electrical malfunctions.
Symptoms of a bad main control board include:
- Issues starting or stopping cooking cycles
- Inability to set or change power levels
- Error messages appearing on the display
- Uncontrolled or unexpected heating during use
This OEM GE part is also compatible with Hotpoint, RCA, and some Kenmore models.