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Parts That Fix Whirlpool Microwave WMH31017HZ3 Won’t turn on

Won’t turn on is a commonly reported symptom for the WMH31017HZ3 Whirlpool Microwave, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your WMH31017HZ3 Whirlpool Microwave that will fix Won’t turn on. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!

Fixes Symptom 36% of time
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5 Reviews

Rated by 5 customers 

  

A Bit Difficult 

1- 2 hours 

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$ 24.78
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PartSelect Number PS17629444
Manufacturer Part Number W11707984

Customer Repair Stories

machine was dead.

After removing the over-the-range unit (no small feat!) I had to figure out how to open the case (good puzzle!). Capacitor had already discharged, so it was very easy to reach in, pop the old fuse and install the new one! As per your advice, I found out I was a "28%-er"! Upon re-installation, the microwave "sprang to life"!! Thanks, "Part Select"!! I was already shopping around for a new machine! (Now if you could only tell me an easier way to re-mount this heavy beast over the stove!!!)
  • Mark from Smithtown, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Microwave wouldn't turn on and found breaker been tripped and then microwave wouldn't turn on at all.

Read some instructions and easily found the fuse. Replaced it. Still didn't work. Took control panel off to check door switches. Nothing I read mentioned a second fuse. Tested and it to had blown. Ordered another one. Popped them in. Done.
  • Daniel from DECATUR, GA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 27% of time
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12 Reviews

Rated by 6 customers 

  

Easy 

1- 2 hours 

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This door interlock switch is for microwaves. Door interlock switch prevents the microwave from starting when the door is open. Because the microwave shielding and interlock switches must be properly tested following the door interlock switch replacement, a service technician should install this part.

$ 33.74
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PartSelect Number PS2361111
Manufacturer Part Number W10269458

Customer Repair Stories

The close door warning kept coming on and the microwave would not run

Don't waste your time with other parts stores online. Partselect sells quality parts and they arrived 2 days early. I purchase a door switch from another online store and the switch was defective.
  • Jeffrey from MOUNT ULLA, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Door close wasnt registering and the microwave wouldn't turn on.

I looked up a YouTube video of someone with a similar over the oven microwave. That helped me get into the area behind the control panel where the door switches are. I checked the springs and the cam rocker? The thing that actually hits the button on the switch when the door closes. They were in good condition so I assumed the door switch was bad. There are two so I just purchased one figuring (hoping) that only one was bad. And lo and behold only one was bad. Bing bam boom. Put it all back together and I'm set. Not too difficult. Took a week of work because it takes like 50 days to ship. My kitchen looked like a hurricane after image because of all the parts scattered everywhere.
  • Tyler from PARKVILLE, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    More than 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 12% of time
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6 Reviews

Rated by 3 customers 

  

Really Easy 

Less than 15 mins 

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The light socket in your microwave houses the light bulb and connects it to the power source. The light bulb will screw into it, so the light bulb will be held in place. Be very careful when installing this part, and be sure to consult your manual before you begin this repair.

$ 11.16
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PartSelect Number PS2342199
Manufacturer Part Number W10210871

Customer Repair Stories

Socket for underside (over-the-cooktop) bulb apparently shorted

Got some info from the PartsSelect web site and a short YouTube video about how to replace the socket. (Even at 74 years old I'll be darned if I'll pay for a service call if I think I can do the repair myself). Unfastened all the panel screws, swung down the rear-hinged lower panel carefully, then took a couple of pictures showing which wires went to which side of the light socket -- and to the underside of the turntable because those pulled off by themselves when I lowered the panel). Pried off all the silicone sealer around the socket using my fingers, got the old socket out and replaced it, put the wires back in place, refastened the drop-down panel. It was a very easy, straight-forward task that would have taken <15 minutes were it not for the fact that my old eyes had trouble seeing all the screws, even with a flashlight. Everything works fine now.
  • Marshal from HUNTERSVILLE, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 8% of time
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4 Reviews

Rated by 2 customers 

  

Really Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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$ 45.42
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PartSelect Number PS2361113
Manufacturer Part Number W10269460
Fixes Symptom 6% of time
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4 Reviews

Rated by 2 customers 

  

Easy 

1- 2 hours 

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Also known as a switch holder.

$ 10.45
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PartSelect Number PS11749178
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10156813
Fixes Symptom 6% of time
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5 Reviews

Rated by 3 customers 

  

Really Easy 

1- 2 hours 

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$ 23.82
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PartSelect Number PS11745301
Manufacturer Part Number WP8206419
Fixes Symptom 3% of time

Rated by 1 customer 

  

Really Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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$ 18.88
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PartSelect Number PS9491943
Manufacturer Part Number W10562613
Fixes Symptom 2% of time
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2 Reviews

Rated by 1 customer 

  

Really Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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$ 14.28
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PartSelect Number PS1964350
Manufacturer Part Number W10156812