Customer Questions and Answers for Thermostat by Ge

This replacement thermostat monitors internal temperature and opens the circuit if overheating is detected. Restores the appliance's over-temperature protection and can resolve shutoff, no-power, or no-heat issues related to a failed safety thermostat. What it does:

• Monitors temperature and opens the circuit at a set threshold to prevent overheating
• Helps protect internal components from heat damage
• Failure symptoms include: no power, shuts off during/after cooking, runs but doesn't heat, or won't restart until cooled
• May cause intermittent operation following extended or high-heat use when failing

• 1 thermostat

• Disconnect power before servicing; microwave repairs involve dangerous high voltage
• Access the thermostat, note wire positions, and transfer leads to the new part
• Mount flush and secure with the original screws/bracket to ensure proper heat sensing
• Restore power and test; monitor operation to confirm normal cycling and protection