On Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:01:02 GMT, hahabogus wrote in post :
> :

> "Tim C." > wrote in news:xomnplk65zoz.1duu99qytq9v7$.dlg@
> 40tude.net:
>
>> shurely(sic) the switch will operate every time you open the door?
>>
>
> the switches are designed so if they fail/break; they fail open so the
> microwave fails to get current and does work any more. So now you have a
> nonworking microwave or working boat anchor...and I asked you not to call
> me that.

But if you're going to open the door anyway (and I assume you are) how
would that significantly shorten the life of the switch?
--
Tim C.