The door latch assembly usually consists of two hooks that protrude from the door and fit into the door switch holder that is mounted onto the frame of the microwave.
Sharp carousel microwave door won t close.
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Sharp microwave door won t open.
Yesterday the door wouldn t latch closed so the interior light stays on and of course i can t use the oven.
Anything i can try like sticking something into the hinge receptacle openings to trigger something.
Sharp microwave overn r1480 door won t close latch appears broken light will not go out oven won t work.
The door hook engages with the door latch to keep the door closed during operation.
The latch assembly typically has two hooks which link to the switch holder on the frame of the microwave.
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Sometimes it is possible that when a door switch fails the display and controls may appear normal but the oven won t operate.
If your microwave door won t close or won t latch it usually means there is an issue with the door latch assembly.
The latch assembly is made of plastic and has a spring attached to provide downward tension to keep the hooks engaged.
I have a couple year old sharp carousel r1480 microwave.
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Anyone know if this is a simple repair.
If the door on your microwave oven doesn t appear to close properly you may have a problem with the door latch assembly.
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Sharp microwave door won t open.
When the hooks work properly they engage the switches to begin powering the microwave so having them in working order.
The microwave will not start unless the door is properly closed so if you notice that the microwave door is not staying closed check to ensure that the latch is in working order and is not damaged.
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Since the door hook is made of plastic it can break due to regular wear.