Customer Questions and Answers for Interlock Switch by Whirlpool

This Whirlpool Microwave Interlock Switch is an OEM part specifically compatible with various Whirlpool microwave models. This safety component ensures that the microwave operates only when the door is securely shut, thereby preventing accidental exposure to microwave energy. 

The failure of microwave interlock switches is often due to mechanical wear, electrical faults, or alignment issues. A defective interlock switch can result in the microwave not starting, running with the door open, or displaying erratic behavior, all of which are serious safety concerns.

Symptoms of a failing microwave interlock switch include:

• The microwave does not start or operate intermittently.
• The appliance runs while the door is open.
• Sudden stopping of the microwave during operation.
• Unusual sounds when the microwave door is opened or closed.
• The control panel is unresponsive or behaves irregularly with the door closed.

This genuine Whirlpool OEM replacement part is compatible with Maytag, Jenn-Air, and Kenmore models.