The Whirlpool W10864182 Microwave Control Panel is the central terminal for operating your microwave. It acts similarly to the , interpreting the instructions you provide and controlling a wide range of activities. Consider it a button panel or touchscreen display where you may adjust cooking options such as power level, time, and defrost. Once you've made your selections, the control panel sends them to the microwave's internal components, telling them to provide the exact heat and cooking time you desire. A malfunctioning control panel might cause unresponsive buttons, erroneous settings, or even the entire shutdown of your microwave. Fortunately, replacing a defective control panel with the W10864182 guarantees that your microwave responds correctly to your directions, allowing you to heat and cook meals effectively.