Microwave Repair

tomR · #1 (**permalink**) 03-01-2008, 07:07 PM

I have a 3 year old Whirlpool Gold counter top microwave. The button to open the door is not working. I heard what I thought was a spring break. Can this be replaced?

jdlar53 · #2 (**permalink**) 03-28-2008, 09:45 PM

I have the same problem on my 2 year old Whirlpool Gold Microwave, the part that breaks is a white plastic pined cam that rotates up to engauge the door locks. the right side pin broke on mine, seems whilpool didn't design a tougher part, by the looks of the small pin area where all the pressure is exerted, they will almost surely break again.
I am trying to find the part nbr to order one.

Gene · #3 (**permalink**) 03-29-2008, 01:06 PM

Guys,

In order to help you we need the complete model numbers of the microwaves.

Gene.

tomR · #4 (**permalink**) 03-30-2008, 08:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gene

Guys,

In order to help you we need the complete model numbers of the microwaves.

Gene.

Thanks, but that was kinda hard since the only model number was inside, and i couldn't get it open. I have since had it fixed so this is no longer an issue.

sprak_realfix · #5 (**permalink**) 10-14-2008, 11:45 PM

So, what did you do? How did you get it fixed?
I have the exact same problem today.

Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by tomR

Thanks, but that was kinda hard since the only model number was inside, and i couldn't get it open. I have since had it fixed so this is no longer an issue.

FaisalAli · #6 (**permalink**) 11-06-2009, 09:24 AM

Hi Gene,

The model no. of my Whirlpool Gold MW is gt4175sps-0. I have the same problem where open button is not working and I do not feel that it is pressing on a spring to unlatch the door. Also, even in closed position, the MW won't heat up or turn; just the timer runs.

Your response will be highly appreciated.

Thanks,
Al

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gene

Guys,

In order to help you we need the complete model numbers of the microwaves.

Gene.

Gene · #7 (**permalink**) 11-07-2009, 02:47 PM

Al,

Remove the outer case and inspect the latch bracket and the release button (#7 & #2 on the diagram #2) and the door switches (#3 on the diagram #4). Post the results.

Here are the breakdown diagrams and Replacement parts for WHIRLPOOL GT4175SPS0 | AppliancePartsPros.com

Gene.

FaisalAli · #8 (**permalink**) 11-07-2009, 05:16 PM

Thank you Gene. It is indeed the Bracket Latch that is broken. I will order the part and put it in.

Thanks again for your help.

-Al

Gene · #9 (**permalink**) 11-08-2009, 06:42 PM

You are welcome. Keep us posted.

Gene.

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Microwave Repair

I have a 3 year old Whirlpool Gold counter top microwave. The button to open the door is not working.