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PartSelect Number PS2342199
Manufacturer Part Number W10210871
Manufactured by Whirlpool
Product Description

Light Socket Specifications

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.
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Troubleshooting
This part fixes the following symptoms:
Won’t turn on | Doesn’t shut off
This part works with the following products:
Microwave, Microwave Oven Combo.
This part works with the following products:
Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, KitchenAid.
Part# W10210871 replaces these:
AP4364465
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Light bulb burned out and socket shorted out
Unplugged the microwave to de-energize the unit. Removed 1 screw and the shroud on the range hood light; removed the light bulb. Removed 4 screws from each side and the front of the metal plate on the underside of the unit. Carefully lowered the plate to expose the light socket. Noted which wire was connected to each terminal (they are color-coded), then released the spring clip connectors from the terminals. Removed the 1 screw holding the socket in place then reversed the procedure to install the replacement parts.
Other Parts Used:
Light Bulb - 40W
  • Michael from WILLOW GROVE, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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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.
Other Parts Used:
  • Marshal from HUNTERSVILLE, NC
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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MICROWAVE BOTTOM LIGHT BURNED OUT
Simply need a Phillips head screwdriver, remove the screen covering the light bulb. all you need to do is unscrew burned out bulb and screw in the new bulb. Much easier to order the bulb in the socket and pull it out the socket and plug in the new socket and bulb. because you have a limited space to work
Other Parts Used:
Light Bulb - 40W
  • MICHAEL from LAKE WORTH, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Heather
February 1, 2020
Lightbulbs need to replaced. When i removed them, it looks like they broke from the socket. Do i need to replace the socket now?
For model number Whirlpool gold accuwave. 8205195
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Hello and thank you for writing. Yes, the safest way is to replace the socket, as small bits of the bulb left behind could short and damage the unit. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime if you require further assistance.

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Frank
March 28, 2018
I blew a bulb and when i replaced it the bulb will not turn off or dim do i need to replace the bulb socket
For model number WMH31017AS 3
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Hi Frank, Thank you for your question. The part number listed under your model number for the is light socket is PS2342199. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Rob
November 10, 2019
Will this part solve the problem i am having... light comes on but doesn’t shut off or go into low/ high position
For model number WMH32519HZ-1
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Hello Rob, thank you for your question. We would recommend replacing the bulb and the socket to fix this issue. I hope this helps!

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Ron
September 16, 2019
My hoodlight bulb burned out i replaced it with a 40w appliance bulb from home depot. After several months that bulb burned out. I replaced it again but now light will not turn off. When the light control button is pushed it shows full/half/off on the panel but light stays on. I replaced the touchpad panel and the light still stays on... help.
For model number WMH31017HZ-2
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Hello Ron, thank you for contacting us. This sounds like a faulty Light Socket. This part number PS2342199 is the correct replacement for your model. Good luck with your repair!

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Ron
September 26, 2019
About 10 days ago I asked a question about my microwave hood light staying on all the time. The touchpad cycles thru full/half/off but the light stays on. Before contacting you I purchased a new touchpad ($150) and installed it, but the hood light still stayed on. When I contacted you, your recommendation was to replace the light socket. I purchased a new light socket and the problem is still the same that is the hood light stays on all the time. Any further recommendation?
For model number WMH31017HZ-2
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Hi Ron, Thank you for your question. If the lights are remaining on in the microwave the issue is likely one of the door switches and it will need to be replaced. You will need to test the parts with a multimeter. Here is a link to one of our videos on YouTube that you may use as a general reference on how to use one, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bWC44fHn0As. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Ron
September 26, 2019
Just to clarify its the hood light that's staying on... would you happen to know which door switch is linked to the hood light.
For model number WMH31017HZ-2
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Good Day Ron. Thank you for your question in regards to your unit. Based on our research the switch you are looking for should be part number W10269458. You can order this part either online at our website www.PartSelect.com or by calling us by phone at 888-260-4310. Best Regards.

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Anthony
October 15, 2019
Hello, while trying to remove the metal cover under the microwave i disconnected the light socket. While trying to remove the metal cover it came in contact with the light socket. There was a quick spark. When i reattached the light socket and put the light bulb back into the socket, the light did not come back on. Do i need to replace just the light socket or should i also change the wires that lead to the light socket and fan. Both light and fan wires come from one attachment and it looks like i would need to replace the complete attachment. Thank you.
For model number WMH1163XVS-1
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Hello Anthony, thank you for your question. You should only need to replace this Light Socket, part number PS2342199 for your model. If the wires you are referring to are damaged, they are a part of the Wire Harness, part number PS3408060 for your model. Good luck with your repair!

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Craig
January 21, 2020
What bulb is needed for the inside cavity bulb?
For model number WMH53520CS-1
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Hello Craig, Thank you for contacting us. I have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS2376034. We hope this helps.

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Yvonne
December 30, 2017
The inner light does not go on upon opening the microwave. As warm up times are selected and start is pushed, prompts come across the time window to close the door and push start. We do that several times and no start. What can we look at to resolve this problem?
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Hello Yvonne, Thanks for your question. This issue is likely due to a bad door switch. The door switch you would need will depend upon your model information. I hope this helps.

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Sam
July 9, 2019
Bulb burned out on bottom of microwave. While extracting it popped and broke. Put new bulb in but it just lights up and stays lit and get very hot. Control panel does make it turn of, go to half power, or anything.
For model number umv1160cb-3
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Hello Sam, thank you for writing. The correct Light Bulb for your model microwave is part PS2376034. It is a 40 watt light bulb. Is this what you are using? If not, it could be the cause of the issue. We hope this helps.

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