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Similar Problem Could the broken Latch/Spring Assemble keep the microwave from Heating? The microwave works exactly it used to before we broke the bottom latch. From then on the microwave runs as it used to but will not heat anything at all. Thanks for all of you help and suggestion.

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I have already fixed the problem but thanks for giving us all an explanation. It will help someone else down the line.

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Posted on Jul 19, 2008

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Yes of course. The latch system is designed to keep it from cooking with the door open.

If the latch is broken, it will not activate the door switch, which is used to tell the oven it is closed.

We have critical safety & disassembly info (including a how-to video) at our site, linked here.

You can usually 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.

Please write back with your brand and model number if you need further help.

We're happy to help you and we'd appreciate your thoughtful rating of our answer.

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