This switch interlock is found on your dishwasher door, and it must be actuated for the dishwasher to start. If your dishwasher door does not close properly, or if the machine will not start, you may have a problem with your switch interlock. This part is sold individually and is an OEM part, built specifically by the manufacturer.
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Replacing your General Electric Dishwasher Switch Interlock
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This part fixes the following symptoms:
Will Not Start | Door latch failure
This part works with the following products:
Dishwasher.
This part works with the following products:
General Electric, Hotpoint.
Part# WD21X10224 replaces these:
AP3872949, 1168295
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Matthew C - December 7, 2019
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Part worked as described
used an youtube video to make sure I replaced the correct switch (there are two; one on each side of the spring).
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DANIEL N - May 6, 2019
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Great fix
The part came fast in great condition and my dishwasher is back in action
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Brian S - March 19, 2019
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Easy repair - done in 5 minutes!
Part worked perfect - Dishwasher working now.
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David G - March 1, 2019
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It looks good, haven't installed yet.
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Reno R - February 26, 2019
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Easy Peasy
Part arrived quickly, fit perfectly, and kept me out of the doghouse
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Robert H - June 26, 2018
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Worked and fits perfectly
The part came when promised and works as advertised. If your diagnosis is correct, this part will remedy the problem.
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Tedd W - January 31, 2018
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My diswasher works now and wife is happy.
Was not sure the parts were correct as the cover was white instead of black, but they fit and worked perfectly. This is the second time I have ordered parts from PartSelect and the service and parts were perfect both times.
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Paul V - January 30, 2018
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Simple and inexpensive to find the right part
the parts diagrams really helped to make sure I was ordering exactly what I needed. Parts ordered arrived fast and matched exactly. Part Select is a great resource and makes do it yourself repairs fast and easy.
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It makes a beeping sound in the middle of the dishwashing.
Remove the screws from the door and replace the switch interlock and door latch.
The problem is fixed and the dishwasher works fine so far (about three weeks) now.
The source of the problem looks more like the door latch because I use to push the door in to get it going before I replace the parts.
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————- Update after more than month. (12/30/2020) The problem still persists. However I have a possible solution for it that doesn’t require any parts at all. The entire dishwasher is tilted backward. As the washing started and the water pileup in the bottoms of the dishwasher, it pull the entire dishwasher back work causing the switch interlock to release (open the relay causing the door open been sounds).
Level the dishwasher so that it doesn’t tilt backwards and this should fix the issue. I will post the latest after a month. If you need more info I can send a picture to describe the issue more clearly. ————————— Update 01-06-2021 The problem still persists. The above theory I had was wrong and didn’t make any difference.
However, I have a permanent solution but it may not be ideal for most people ??. The relay that get close/open when the door is close/open is now always CLOSED. To start the dishwasher just press start and make sure you don’t open the door while the dishwasher is running. It will not stop. I am sorry and I know it’s not a good solution but it’s kind of funny.
The repairman diagnosed the problem as a control board failure and quoted a $350 bill. I self-diagnosed it as a failed interlock switch -- and found out that the switch was OK but the cover was cracked, preventing the switch from functioning normally. Total repair bill - $1.50!
First I removed the 6 screws that hold the inside cover on the door.Then I remover the plastic cover over the switches,pulled out the switches and disconnected the 2 wires from each switch and connected connected them to the new switches exactly as they were on the old switches.Then reinstalled the switches in their holders.I then removed
... Read more the plunger and spring from between the switches and installed the new spring and plunger exactly like the old one was installed.I reinstalled the door cover making sure everything was in it's place,I put the screws in the door cover and I was done.It was a very simple job. Mike
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W Lee Menefee
April 2, 2018
How to replace switch interlock
For model number GHDA455L00CS
Hello, Thank you for the question. Here is a repair story from a previous customer. "First I removed the 6 screws that hold the inside cover on the door.Then I remover the plastic cover over the switches,pulled out the switches and disconnected the 2 wires from each switch and connected connected them to the new switches exactly as they were on the old switches.Then reinstalled the switches in their holders." Hope this helps!
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Gerry
August 3, 2018
Does this part works on all GE dishwasher?
Hi Gerry, Thank you for the question. No, the switch is not generic for GE and they are model specific. If you can provide the model number to your appliance, we will be happy to locate and verify the correct part for you. Hope this helps!
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Al
December 19, 2019
This GE dish washer does not stop it's functions when you open the door if it is spraying water in a wash cycle and you open the door it will not stop. I was thinking it is the latch/actuator that is not triggering?Al
For model number GLD4100M00BB
Hello Al, thank you for your question. Yes, that does sound like a door latch and switch issue. We would recommend replacing the door switches Part #: PS1021382, which there are two of. I hope this helps.
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Robert
July 29, 2021
Dishwasher sometimes won't start when we push the button, latch seems fine. Could it be a new switch is needed? Thanks!
For model number GLD4458R10CS
Hello Robert. Thank you for your question. We suggest testing the switch PartSelect Number PS1021382. If the dishwasher is not starting, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the door latch, the flood switch and the main electronic control board. We hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day.
If this part is bad, can it cause dishwasher to continue running with door open?
For model number GLD4600N10BB
Hello Paul, thank you for your question. Yes, if this part is bad it could cause the appliance to continue running when the door is open. It is a switch, so it sends a signal that the unit is locked so the appliance will run. If its stuck in that position, the unit will thing its closed even though its not. I hope this helps!
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Robbie
January 30, 2020
GE dishwasher does not start. Lights are on the front panel.
For model number GDF510PSD1SS
Hi Robbie,
Thank you for your question. If the dishwasher is not starting, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the door latch, the latch striker, the flood switch and the main electronic control board. We hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day.
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T. Logue
November 15, 2019
Lights come on and it beeps. Unplugged for an hour to reset. Worked with the buttons on panel and i'm sure it is not locked. Timer is off. Pushed the door in tight (if that means anything).Q. why won't it "run?"
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tim
623-330-8655
For model number GLD 2800 V00 BB
Hi T. as best I can tell sounds like a faulty control board PS4704220. Thank you for your question and good luck with your repair!
Dishwasher leaking from switch left side towards the front of the dishwasher. Inside there appears to be some type of float with a stem that goes down and activates a switch. The water is dripping from the stem that contacts the switch. I dont see the part on the parts list.
For model number FFBD2406NS11B
Hi Sean, I was able to find the float switch PS3492842. Thank you for your question and good luck with your repair!
