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Parts That Fix Maytag Dryer MEDB765FW0 Door won’t close

Door won’t close is a commonly reported symptom for the MEDB765FW0 Maytag Dryer, and we have put together a full guide on how to fix this. This advice is based on feedback from people who own this exact appliance. We have listed the most common parts for your MEDB765FW0 Maytag Dryer that will fix Door won’t close. We have included repair instructions, and helpful step-by-step video tutorials. If you are experiencing this issue, not to worry, DIYers just like you have fixed this, and shared their experience to help you!

Fixes Symptom 70% of time
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3 Reviews

Rated by 7 customers 

  

Really Easy 

Less than 15 mins 

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This white female door catch is attached to the dryer door.

$ 9.76
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PartSelect Number PS11741434
Manufacturer Part Number WP3389441

Replacing your Whirlpool Dryer Door Catch

Replacing your Door Catch

Customer Repair Stories

dryer door would not latch

my dryer door didn't latch for over a year. We were accustom to proping large objects against it. a friend told me to look on line. The close up pictures and parts diagrams were awesome. It was here in 4 days . Now my family thinks I am a hero. The end
  • Robert from Livermore, ME
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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Top door catch assembly had broken

It was so easy, that my wife did it the day we got the part before I got home from work. She wedged it out with a flat head screw driver and then pushed the new door catch assembly in with her thumb. Pretty simple, thanks for having parts like this available to the public!
  • tony from prineville, OR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Fixes Symptom 13% of time
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460 Reviews

Rated by 138 customers 

  

Really Easy 

15 - 30 mins 

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This dryer door switch is a simple on/off switch mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open, and operates the drum light. White in color and 6.5 inches long, this OEM switch is comprised of plastic and metal, and features the switch and three wires that comprise the part. Sold individually, this part attaches to the inside of the top end of the front panel. One end attaches to the wiring harness, the other goes through the panel to make contact with the door when the door is closed. Over time, this part can be subject to material fatigue or breakage due to frequent use or rough handling. If it breaks or is defective, you won't be able to start or stop your drying cycle, depending on the position your switch broke in. The easiest way to test this part for functionality is to test it by hand. Push on the black tab that sticks out of the front panel to make contact with your dryer door; if there is no resistance in the tab and it doesn't make a click sound, you may need to replace it.

$ 32.99
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PartSelect Number PS11741701
Manufacturer Part Number WP3406107

Replacing your Whirlpool Dryer Dryer Door Switch

Replacing your Dryer Door Switch

Customer Repair Stories

Dryer Would Not Turn Off With Door Open

Pryed dryer top open and opened front door. . Unscrewed the 2 retaining screws. Pulled old switch from the wiring harness. Put new switch in place and replaced the retaining screws. Put new switch wire plug into the wiring harness. Before closing top, checked door switch function with dryer on. Dryer cut off when door open and when closed dryer started normally. . . Maint. Note instruction book should warn that letting door slam, which I did on occaision, broke the switch arm. Might save future problems.
  • RICHARD from NORCROSS, GA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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door switch was bad

i was able to go on line with your company , find my dryer, order the part and had it the next day. fast , great , service
  • pat from lisbon,, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench set
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Fixes Symptom 10% of time

Rated by 2 customers 

  

Very Easy 

Less than 15 mins 

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$ 21.53
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PartSelect Number PS12723934
Manufacturer Part Number W11366436

Customer Repair Stories

Door would not stay shut

A pair of pliers squeeze strike insert in slots done did not take anything apart
  • Russ from Vernal, UT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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Fixes Symptom 4% of time
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4 Reviews

Rated by 1 customer 

  

Really Easy 

30 - 60 mins 

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Sold Individually.

$ 9.76
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PartSelect Number PS11741425
Manufacturer Part Number WP3388229

Customer Repair Stories

One was missing

Popped the panel open & replaced the one that was missing with a new one!
  • Keith W. from Rushville, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers
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Fixes Symptom 3% of time
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102 Reviews

Rated by 21 customers 

  

Really Easy 

Less than 15 mins 

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The filter collects lint during the drying cycle. This filter is 12 1/2 inches wide and 10 1/2 inches deep. Replacing the lint filter is an easy repair which requires no tools. When replacing the lint filter, check the filter slot for a buildup of lint, which can be a fire hazard. Continue to check often to make sure the filter and slot are both cleared of lint.

$ 61.46
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PartSelect Number PS1491676
Manufacturer Part Number W10120998

Replacing your Kenmore Dryer Lint Filter

Replacing your Lint Filter

Customer Repair Stories

Felt gasket on lint filter loose...

Found this site by googling, and it works! I searched lint filters and just ordered based on how it looked...LOL! Husband wasn't home, it looked pretty much like the one I had in my hand, so.... I ordered it. It is the perfect fit and seems to have a tighter gasket glued in all around the screen. Let's hope this one lasts longer than 6 months! Thank you Parts Select for being so fast!! Filter got here in less than 48 hrs.!
  • Catherine from Atascadero, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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felt strip came off lint screen

ordered new lint screen, removed old screen, inserted new screen.
  • JEFFREY from FALL RIVER, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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