The door handle can easily be replaced without the assistance of a repairman. This is a common problem with some
microwave oven doors.
To access the door handle mounting screws on MOST
microwave ovens, you have to remove the inner door panel that goes around the perimeter of the glass. You can use a small screwdriver to carefully pry the plastic up and
work your way slowly around the perimiter of the glass. Most
microwave ovens also have grooves in the panel that you can insert the screwdriver into. Use care not to pry against the glass. The glass is tempered and also has an RF shield that prevents harmful
microwaves from potentially harming the consumer. If you break the glass, you will need to purchase a new door.
The door handle screws are located behind the inner panel. Simply remove the broken handle and install the new one. Re-insert the inner door panel carefully and gradually
work your way around the perimeter of the door glass and make sure it snaps back into place.
This repair can be done with the door in place, or you can remove it for easier access. If you decide the remove the door, simply open it all the way and lift straight up at the hinges. The door will lift off of the hinge pins. Place on a hard flat surface with some towels under it for padding. This protects the door facing from scatches.
If you have any questions, please let me know. I hope this helps you.
My handle also broke loose and the posted solution is no help to me. I don't see how to remove the door latches.
I have the same problem, diagram featured is no help. What does removing the latches have to do with the door, when the latches are on the micro body and the handle has no access to remove screws.
want to replace door handle on kitchenaid micro wave oven model KHMS 155L
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