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Need stirrer cover for microwave

I have a Whirlpool Microwave Model: GT4185SKB-2 that was arching from the inside top. I took it to be repaired and the technician said I need a new stirrer and stirrer cover, but the cover is no longer made! The insides of this microwave was kept clean with no more than the usual spills that occur. This microwave was manufactured in February 2003. Any ideas where to purchase this part? The repairman is waiting for me to call him back on Monday before he just trashes my microwave. (side note: I have a Kenmore microwave that was purchased in December 1980 that still works!!!!!!) Thank you.

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  • Johnann Allen Jul 14, 2007

    The reason I would like to fix this microwave is that it fits inside a shelf with the kit around it. It is a pain to find another microwave that same size to fit etc...

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I LOOKED ON THE NET AND FOUND THAT ALL ITEMS FOR
THIS MICROWAVE ARE STILL AVAILABLE.
STIRRER COVER PART # W10144311
STIRRERT DISK PART # 8172022

Posted on Mar 31, 2008

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