General Electric provides products under the brands Hotpoint, General Electric itself, and Sears-Kenmore. The thermostat model WB27X10568 is specifically engineered for microwave applications.
Acting as a protective device, the WB27X10568 thermostat will deactivate the microwave should it overheat.
Microwaves contain high-voltage capacitors capable of retaining hazardous electrical charges, even when disconnected from power. Therefore, it is advisable for a qualified technician to undertake the installation of this component.