Kitchenaid KUDS01FLWH2 The start button does not work most of the time. When it does not start, if I wiggle the switch with a toothpick, sometimes it will start. Everything else is find. Do I have to replace the whole control panel? The plastic seal on top of the switch is broken so I am wondering if it could just be dirty.

MINE HAS 3 SWITCHES INSIDE , AS FAIL SAFE.!~!!
SO WE DON'T GLOW IN THE DARK !
THEY MUST BE REPLACED
I'M ON MY 3RD SET NOW, IN 18YEARS.
I KEEP SPARES IN THE READY NOW.
DO NOT TRY TO FOOL THE BUTTONS. OK.

BE SAFE, DO NOT GET RADIATED.

could be just bad conection if works hevery time you wiggle the wire the switch is ok just check the conection

Go to a Auto Recycling Center and buy a used Window Switch.. Generally they do not sell new ones except as a complete Assembly

the common problem is the bad tray open/close push-button switch. The switch behind the front panel button is very vulnerable and prone to problems. The "springiness" to the action is provided by the same piece that closes the circuit. A partial collapse of the contact will cause the switch to intermittently short out, making it act like the button has been pressed. How does the button feel when you press it? There should be a slight-but-noticeable "snap" or "click" to the feel of it. These switches are cheap and easy to replace. Sometimes, the plastic button binds in the panel never fully pops back out when pressed -- try wiggling it by probing its edge with a round toothpick to check this.

microwave light is burned out. Need a replacement. What part # is it and can I order it online?

Sounds like door switch problems or bad wires or connections at the door switches

i took apart a dishwasher and in the timer switch there were some electrical contacts and over time they get a black burnt build up on them and need to be cleaned or replaced .might need a new switch
price one on ebay . or look at sears.com for a new part

This may be your timer or your start switch may be bad. Hope this helps!

This is usually caused by either a bad door switch, a loose door switch mount (which are pretty simple problems to fix) or occasionally a problem on the control panel.

Even though a door switch clicks, it may still be bad inside. Its continuity must be checked.

Door switch or mount trouble can be caused by slamming the door or by opening the door while it's cooking without hitting the Stop pad first.

There are plastic mounts inside the microwave which hold the door switches and onto which the door latches lock when you close the door.

The screws on these mounts may be loose. If they get too loose, the switches will not be activated properly.

Sometimes it's a broken tab on the switch holder, allowing the switch to rotate just out of position. This tab can be hard to see, since it is under the bottom edge of the switch.

One test that sometimes helps is to gently lift up (and/or push down) on the door or handle as you try to start it. If it works or tries to work, then it's a door switch mount or door alignment issue.

If you or someone you know decide to look into it, we have critical information on safety, disassembly and door switches at our site, and our link is at our listing here on FixYa:.

You can find helpful exploded view diagrams and order parts by entering your full model number here.

There may also be a "mini-manual" hidden inside the unit behind the control panel or hidden on the left side behind the grille, which is very helpful when troubleshooting & testing.

If you only need a switch, you can order one from us for $5 postpaid.

If you think the problem is on the control panel, we repair these nationwide by mail for $39.95 postpaid in most cases.

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