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KitchenAid Washer Door Lock Latch
2. push the top panel to the rear 1/8 to 1/4 inch
3. lift/rotate top panel from rear to front, set aside.
4. remove the three wire connectors from latch.
5. use #15 Torx to remove the three screws from the latch.
6. remove and replace part using top opening.
7. reverse order to finish. Read more...
PartSelect Number PS11745016
Manufacturer Part Number WP8182634
This washer door lock and switch assembly is a critical safety and control component for front-loading washing machines. It secures the door during wash and spin cycles, preventing accidental opening and ensuring the appliance operates only when properly latched. The integrated interlock switch communicates with the washer’s control system to verify door status, helping prevent cycle interruptions and operational errors. This model features a four-lead switch for precise functionality and is compatible with a wide range of front-load washers. Replacing this part can resolve issues such as a door that won’t close, won’t open, or won’t lock, as well as a washer that fails to start. Installation should be performed with the appliance unplugged and may require basic tools.
Fixes these symptoms
- Door latch failure
- Lid or door won’t close
- Locking Issues
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Installation Instructions
James from Vilonia, AR
front load washer latch replacement
1. remove the three screws from the top backside of the top panel 2. push the top panel to the rear 1/8 to 1/4 inch
3. lift/rotate top panel from rear to front, set aside.
4. remove the three wire connectors from latch.
5. use #15 Torx to remove the three screws from the latch.
6. remove and replace part using top opening.
7. reverse order to finish. Read more...
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KitchenAid Washer Door Hook/strike
PartSelect Number PS11744910
Manufacturer Part Number WP8181651
Attaches to door lock mechanism.
Fixes these symptoms
- Lid or door won’t close
- Locking Issues
- Will Not Start
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Installation Instructions
Johnny from Homestead, FL
door lock was broken
door hook strike was broken half broke in the door the other half stayed in the lock i removed the one pcs from washer with pliers and on the door with a star wrench
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KitchenAid Washer Lid Strike
I read the do-it-yourself explanation posted by Paul From Glendale CA and followed his instructions.
1. Unplugged the Washer and disconnected the hoses, so I could slide the washer into the kitchen.
2- Unfastened the two screws in the front lower corners of the controls panel and tilted is back. Unfastened the old lid-switch wiring from the control panel.
3. Remove the clips at the two corners under the control panel. I rotated the cover forward to clear it from the back and lifted it off and set it off to the side.
4. While I had the Washer disassembled I vacuumed out all the accumulation of dust, etc.
5. Removed the lid switch and unfastened the ground wire.
6. Installed the new switch and reassembled the Washer.
7. I did not read Paul's reassembly instructions closely enough. The front flange of the cover goes UNDER the steel frame on the washer. I spent 30 minutes trying to get the cover on, then finally figured that out on my own. Once I got the flange under the frame, it took about five minutes to get the cover on, the clips in and the control panel back into positions and reassembled.
The entire process is not particularly difficult. Had I read the "UNDER the frame" part earlier, the entire repair would have taken no more than 45 minutes.
Having another person to help reinstall the cover would be helpful. The cover is not heavy but it is a little awkward to handle and having another person to help line up the back cover, etc. will make the reassembly even easier. Read more...
PartSelect Number PS11741871
Manufacturer Part Number WP358684
This part is used to activate the lid switch when the lid opens/closes.
Fixes these symptoms
- Will not agitate
- Will not drain
- Will Not Start
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Installation Instructions
Fred from Midlothian, VA
Washing Machine kept cutting off mid-cycle
I had to remove the washing machine from the laundry room (our laundry room is pretty small).I read the do-it-yourself explanation posted by Paul From Glendale CA and followed his instructions.
1. Unplugged the Washer and disconnected the hoses, so I could slide the washer into the kitchen.
2- Unfastened the two screws in the front lower corners of the controls panel and tilted is back. Unfastened the old lid-switch wiring from the control panel.
3. Remove the clips at the two corners under the control panel. I rotated the cover forward to clear it from the back and lifted it off and set it off to the side.
4. While I had the Washer disassembled I vacuumed out all the accumulation of dust, etc.
5. Removed the lid switch and unfastened the ground wire.
6. Installed the new switch and reassembled the Washer.
7. I did not read Paul's reassembly instructions closely enough. The front flange of the cover goes UNDER the steel frame on the washer. I spent 30 minutes trying to get the cover on, then finally figured that out on my own. Once I got the flange under the frame, it took about five minutes to get the cover on, the clips in and the control panel back into positions and reassembled.
The entire process is not particularly difficult. Had I read the "UNDER the frame" part earlier, the entire repair would have taken no more than 45 minutes.
Having another person to help reinstall the cover would be helpful. The cover is not heavy but it is a little awkward to handle and having another person to help line up the back cover, etc. will make the reassembly even easier. Read more...
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