This is a plastic support bracket that holds the door interlock switch in the correct position inside the microwave. It ensures the safety switches align properly with the door latch mechanism so the microwave only operates when the door is fully closed. Replace this bracket if your microwave fails to start, runs with the door open, or if the interlock switch is misaligned or loose.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
Microwave would not start and interior light stayed on continuously even with door closed Roger F. • Clinton , IL • June 19, 2015
I replaced the two door switch interlocks and cam-plates which appeared to be worn. Before ordering the parts, I did a continuity check on the three door switches and determined that they were OK. While I was replacing the interlocks and cam-plates, I discovered that a piece on one of the cam-plates had broken off and was not making proper contact with the door switch when the door was closed.
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