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Anonymous Posted on Apr 11, 2015

I closed my microwave door, and for some reason the microwave started, and now won't shut off. I also can't open the door.

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kel1guy2002

Kelly

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  • Posted on Apr 12, 2010

SOURCE: always on

Most probable failure is this VERY expensive part:
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/part_details.aspx?part_id=4327040&image=1

This is what controls the Magnetron operation via the relay on the PCB. If the Magnetron is operational without programming it usually is the cause of the problem.

I would recommend that all wiring to the control board be verified before considering replacement of the board. The price of the board to me is off the charts in cost! Not sure what the original purchase cost was but the price of this board would make one consider unit replacement vs component replacement when you add in the cost of the service call.

I am sure this is not what you wanted to hear.

Thanks for using FixYa,

Kelly

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William Miller

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  • Posted on Sep 06, 2012

SOURCE: door open button won't work on KitchenAid microwave model YKCMS135H

Page 3 of the exploded view here shows the door open parts 24510L and 250201 (or 23551B if your full model number is YKCMS135HSS).

What look like part numbers seem to be reference numbers.

For further help you will need to contact Kitchenaid Canada here.

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