LOOSE OR POORLY LATCHING MICROWAVE DOOR
Sharp Microwave Latch Hook PHOK-A182WRFZ, Fixes Loose or poorly latching microwave door
Sharp microwave latch hook; documented as the component that holds or mounts the door-switch assembly.
Part PHOK-A182WRFZReplaces PHOK-A166WRFZSharp
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Part NumberPHOK-A182WRFZ
ReplacesPHOK-A166WRFZ
ManufacturerSharp
Appliance TypeMicrowave
Part TypeLatch Hook
✅ Cross Reference Information
Current Part NumberPHOK-A182WRFZ
ReplacesPHOK-A166WRFZ
Common Symptoms
- Door does not close firmly.
- Excessive in-and-out door play when latched.
- Door latch heads do not engage smoothly or center in the latch-hook openings.
- Door-interlock switches may not actuate reliably when the door is closed.
Check Before Replacing
- With the microwave unplugged, check whether the door closes squarely and firmly without unusual looseness.
- Inspect accessible door latch heads and the latch-hook area for visible damage, wear, or misalignment; do not remove the outer cover for a basic inspection.
- Do not operate the microwave if the door does not close firmly or the latch hook is damaged.
- If qualified service is being performed, verify that the latch heads engage through the center of the latch-hook openings and that all door-interlock switches operate correctly.
Pro Tip
The latch hook is part of the door-interlock alignment system, so latch heads, door alignment, and interlock switches should be evaluated together rather than assuming the hook alone is the cause.
Part Details
Part NumberPHOK-A182WRFZ
Part TypeLatch Hook
ManufacturerSharp
Appliance TypeMicrowave
Primary FunctionProvides the fixed door-latch interface that positions and actuates the microwave door-interlock switches when the door is closed.
Installation Notes
- This is a microwave door/interlock safety component; do not operate the appliance if the door does not close firmly or the latch hook is damaged.
- Sharp service documentation for an applicable model requires disconnecting power, removing the unit/outer case, and discharging the high-voltage capacitor before latch-hook adjustment.
- After latch-hook service, the manual calls for verification of latch engagement, door alignment, switch operation, and microwave-emission compliance using an approved survey meter. Qualified microwave service is recommended.
Verified Compatible Models
R2A58, R2A88, R2A98, R340DW, R401CWL, R403HW, R403JK, R403KK, R403KKT, R404JK, R405BK, R405DK, R405HK, R405HW, R408AW, R408CW, R408EW, R409AK, R409AKB, R409CK, R410AK, R410AW, R1210, R1405, R1406, R1450, R1460A, R1461A, R1462A, R1470, R1470A, R1471, R1471A, R1472A, R1490, R1500, R1502, R1505LK, R1511, R1512, R1800, R1850, R1850A, R1851, R1851A, R1852, R1852A, R1871, R1874, R2130JS
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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