Power supply cut-off apparatus of microwave oven

摘要

A microwave oven includes a case forming a cooking chamber, and an outer panel mounted to the case. The outer panel is to be separated from the case when performing certain maintenance or repairs. Electrical terminals are mounted on the case and outer panel to perform the function of automatically disconnecting power to the oven in response to removal of the outer panel. A first arrangement of terminals can be provided for performing that function in the event of a removal of the outer panel in an upward direction. A second arrangement of terminals can be provided for performing that function in the event of a removal of the outer panel in a rearward direction.