{"product_id":"wp3188987","title":"Whirlpool Oven 3 Position Selector Switch (WP3188987)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Whirlpool Oven 3 Position Selector Switch controls how heat is distributed inside the oven by letting you toggle between different cooking modes or settings. It works by completing the correct electrical circuit for each position, directing power to the appropriate heating elements or functions based on your selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Whirlpool Oven 3 Position Selector Switch can fail over time due to repeated use, heat exposure, or internal contact wear that prevents the switch from making a reliable electrical connection. Moisture, grease buildup, or a mechanical break inside the switch body can also cause it to stick, skip positions, or stop responding altogether.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese symptoms can help you decide if a selector switch issue matches your problem:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Oven does not heat in one or more selected modes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Switch feels loose, stiff, or does not click into position properly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Oven heats continuously regardless of the setting chosen\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Certain cooking functions work but others do not respond\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Burning smell or visible scorch marks near the switch area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Oven settings appear correct but the appliance behaves unpredictably\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Switch shaft spins freely without engaging or changing the oven mode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Whirlpool","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46385664786517,"sku":"WP3188987","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0569\/6189\/2437\/files\/whirlpool-oven-3-position-selector-switch-wp3188987.jpg?v=1792209166","url":"https:\/\/homepartsplus.com\/products\/wp3188987","provider":"Home Parts Plus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}