Whirlpool Microwave Light Won’t Turn Off [How I SOLVED]

The Whirlpool microwave is one of my favorite microwave ovens till date but sometimes the Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off and I have to fix it.

Many people prefer a Whirlpool microwave for their kitchen as it provides quick cooking with great performance. Like any other electronic gadget or appliance, a Whirlpool microwave can also show up errors.

One of the most common errors in most microwave ovens is that the light won’t turn off or turn on. Here, I am going to provide effective solutions for light won’t turn off in a Whirlpool microwave so that you can fix it soon.

Why Does My Whirlpool Microwave Light Not Turn Off?

Your Whirlpool microwave light does not turn off because the faulty bulb or other reasons. There are a variety of possible reasons for your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off and you can know it only after checking your microwave oven carefully.

Here I provide all possible reasons for which a Whirlpool microwave light may not turn off. So, the reason for your microwave light problem can be one of the following.

• A button on the microwave panel is stuck.
• There is a dedicated light button for turning the light off.
• Technical Error: Need to reset the microwave light.
• Microwave light bulb is faulty, need replacement.
• Microwave door is not closed properly.
• Microwave door latch/switches are broken.

So, these are the possible reasons for your Whirlpool microwave light malfunctioning. You can check your microwave to find out concerned reason for its light problem. If you want to fix the issue then get ready for it as I am going to explain some simple ways to fix it.

7 Simple Ways to Fix Whirlpool Microwave Light Won’t Turn Off

In order to find proper solutions for Whirlpool microwave light issue, I have done some practical experiments on various Whirlpool microwaves. Now, I am ready to share my experience with you in very simple words.

Here I provide 7 simple ways to fix Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off problem in easy words. I won’t get much into technical stuff that can confuse you. I will just explain some quick fixes in an easy language so that anyone can understand and follow to fix their microwave oven.

#1. Check Control Panel for Any Stuck Button:

The control panel of every Whirlpool microwave is easy to understand and very responsive. When you press a button on your Whirlpool microwave, it makes the noise of either a beep or ding. If it doesn’t make any noise then either the microwave is on silent mode or that button is stuck.

A stuck button can cause your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off problem. You need to clean the stuck button and its nearby area with soapy water and a soft cloth. You should also clean the area between buttons with cotton buds or toothpicks.

You should not use a soap or detergent with harsh chemicals, kindly use a mild soap or detergent that is safe for the microwave. After cleaning the stuck button and nearby area, the button should return to its normal position.

Once the button is not stuck anymore, you can press it to check if it’s fixed or not. After the stuck button is fixed, your Whirlpool microwave light should turn off as you close its door.

#2. Press the Light Button:

Some Whirlpool microwaves come with a dedicated button for light. It means that you can press that button to turn on and off the light whenever you want. If your microwave also has the light button then you can press it to turn off the light.

Sometimes, you press the light button on your Whirlpool microwave but the light doesn’t turn off. At that time, you should check the light button if it is not stuck. If it’s stuck, you can clean with with soapy water and a soft cloth as I have explained above.

#3. Reset the Microwave Light or Entire Microwave:

Any microwave can get technical issues sooner or later and so can the Whirlpool microwave. When your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off, you should try to reset the microwave light to fix the error.

There is a Clear button on control panel of your microwave oven. Simply, press the Clear button to know if it can fix the issue or not. If your Whirlpool microwave light is still on i.e. not turning off then you need to reset the entire microwave.

You can reset your Whirlpool microwave in 3 simple steps i.e. I) Unplug the microwave power cord from wall outlet, II) Leave the microwave for 10 minutes and III) Plug the power cord back into wall outlet.

After resetting the microwave, you need to set the clock again and I hope that the light won’t turn off issue is resolved.

#4. Check the Microwave Door and Close It Properly:

The most common reason for any microwave light won’t turn off is that its door isn’t closed properly. The Whirlpool microwave is designed to keep the interior light on when the door is open and also when it is cooking the food.

After you get the food out of microwave, you should close its door properly. In case the light stays on after closing the door, open the microwave door and close it again. This should fix the problem otherwise you need to go ahead with the next solution.

#5. Check Door Latch & Switches and Replace If Needed:

The latch on the door panel of the Whirlpool microwave helps to lock the door when you push it. The latch releases the door when you push the door opening button. If the latch is damaged or broken then you cannot close the microwave door properly.

The door switches are installed to control the features of the microwave. When you close the door, it interlocks with the switches. If the door fails to interlock with one or more switches, the microwave light won’t turn off.

You should check the door latch and switches to know if anything broken. In case your Whirlpool microwave door latch is broken, you should replace it. In case one or multiple door switches are broken, you need to replace them with new switches.

#6. Replace the Microwave Light Bulb:

The light bulb of a microwave lasts for one year or less depending upon various factors. When your Whirlpool microwave light does not turn off, it can be because of the faulty bulb. So, you have to replace the microwave light bulb to fix the issue.

You must remove the microwave power cord from the wall outlet before replacing the bulb. Thereafter open the bulb screws, remove the old bulb and install the new bulb, then tighten the screws. The issue should be solved after you replace the microwave light bulb.

#7. Contact Whirlpool Customer Service:

I have explained 6 different techniques to fix your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off problem. In case your microwave light issue is not solved yet then you should contact Whirlpool customer service @Whirlpool Contact Us Page.

You can also refer Whirlpool Product Help Page to find solution for microwave light problem specifically for your model. If your Whirlpool microwave has any critical issue, you may need to take it to the Whirlpool service center where the technician will check & repair your microwave.

FAQs about Whirlpool Microwave Light Problem

When your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off or turn on, you should consider it as an issue. It is not anything harmful or dangerous but you need to find a way to fix it ASAP.

Here I provide some common questions about the Whirlpool microwave light problem that will help you fix it. So, go through all FAQs carefully to get your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off issue solved.

Q.1 How do you turn off the light on a Whirlpool microwave?

You can turn off the light on a Whirlpool microwave by pressing the light button on its control panel or closing the microwave door.

Q.2 Why won’t the light on my Whirlpool microwave turn off?

Your Whirlpool microwave light won’t turn off because of a button stuck on its control panel or the door is not closed properly or the bulb is faulty or broken door latch/switches.

Q.3 How do you reset a Whirlpool microwave light?

You can reset a Whirlpool microwave light by pressing the Clear button on its control panel. If this doesn’t work, you can reset the microwave by simply unplugging it from wall outlet for 10 minutes.

Wrapping Up: Fix the Light, Enjoy Cooking with Whirlpool Microwave

The Whirlpool microwave is packed with great features and energy saving technology. Sometimes, it’s interior light stops working or doesn’t turn off. It is not a big issue, so I have suggested some effective solutions for it.

At the end, I hope that one of my suggested tricks has worked for your Whirlpool microwave. In case you still have any light issue with your microwave, you should contact Whirlpool Customer Service.