Take the oven to an appliance repair shop. It sounds like the door safety interlock has jammed the opening mechanism.
Symptoms of a bad microwave door switch include the microwave not turning on, the light not turning on when the door is opened, or the microwave running with the door open.
No, it is not safe to leave the microwave running with the door open as it can lead to radiation leakage and pose a health risk.
The door switch is faulty.
Go in from another door and open it from the inside.
There is a switch in the door, when the switch is activated the light comes on, not the microwave itself. Additionally the switch actually prevents the microwave from activating (while the door is open).
Use the key to open the door.
The microwave door switch is a safety feature that prevents the microwave from operating when the door is open. It ensures that the microwave only functions when the door is securely closed, reducing the risk of exposure to harmful microwave radiation. This contributes to the safe operation of the microwave oven by protecting users from potential accidents or injuries.
Nothing because the microwave does not work when thy door is open.
Most microwave ovens automatically turn off when you open the door. Some others that use dials for timers must be turned to "OFF" to open the door. No microwave oven should operate (actively be running) when the door is opened.
use the passenger door.
If your microwave keeps running with the door open, the most likely cause is a faulty door switch. This switch is meant to cut off power when the door is open for safety reasons. You should unplug the microwave immediately and have it inspected and repaired by a professional technician to prevent any potential safety hazards.
The whirlpool microwave door switch is a safety feature that detects whether the microwave door is open or closed. It contributes to the overall operation of the appliance by ensuring that the microwave only operates when the door is securely closed, preventing any potential harm or accidents.