Questions & Answers for: microwave oven running door open

Microwave ovens have door switches to prevent operation when the door is open because the microwaves are dangerous to humans outside the unit.  The door and cabinet contain the microwaves when it

...oven to see if it was emitting microwaves. Seems like they've probably replaced the door safety switch (shuts off all power to the microwave when open) to possibly a door open sensor. If the sensor ...

...microwave oven. The oven and key pad both work, and the oven heats just fine. The problem is the oven begins running as soon as you open the door...without pushing the start button. It will stop when ...

...microwave oven will not cook or rotate, but the timer reduces in time. I have tried to gently press up or down on the door in case it is a door latch issue with not change. Also it keeps on counting ...

...door to remove dish and microwave starts cooking again with turntable rotating while door open. Can recreate problem a couple times even after selecting clear and stop sensor. Eventually will stop ...

...dangerous? How do I fix this malfunction? It sounds like the door switch is bad. It may be that the switch is shorted inside. I would think it may really run with the door open, and microwave

...microwave oven is open and turn off when closed. It always runs normally when the microwave is in operation. The problem will correct itself usually within a few hours and then arise again a few days ...

...parts+labour is almost as much as a new one. Microwave radiation being released through an open door is also a hazard, as it is known to cause eye cataracts, so don't get near if the oven does

Microwave Convection Oven model JE 1390WV runs whenever the door is open. It microwaves on the normal settings, but when the door is opened it turns on and runs. DO NOT USE IT!!!! THERE IS A SWITCH IN

...microwave continues to be running when you open up the door or when the door is open it could be an issue with the doors interlock switch. A proper functioning door switch provides the power to other ...