Push-to-Start Switch WP3398094

Hi Mark, Thank you for your question. I would agree. I suggest testing your switch with a multimeter to see if that is indeed the part that is causing you your issues. You may also want to test your door switch as well. If your door switch has failed, your machine would not start at all. So that could be what is stopping your start switch from engaging. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair!

Hello Roy, thank you for your question. This issue can be caused by a few different parts. We would recommend checking the following parts for continuity. Thermal Fuse Part Number: WP3392519, Door Switch - 3 Wire Part Number: WP3406107, and $22.83, Thermostat, Internal-Bias PartSelect Number: WP3387134. If the parts are tested and are fine, the issue would be with the motor itself. I hope this helps!

Hi James, Thank you for your question. If the dryer is not starting correctly, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. Here is a link from our website that you may reference on what parts to check, https://www.partselect.com/AdvancedModelSymptoms.aspx?ModelNum=LEQ9508PW0&mfgModelNum=&fkMfgID=3&ModelMasterID=217018&PID=40. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Hello David, thank you for your question. If the unit will not start, and with all the other parts that were tested, and found to be working properly, I would recommend testing the Internal-Bias Thermostat Part Number: WP8318268. I hope this helps!

Hi Joe, Thank you for the question. The fuse on your model number is called the Thermal Fuse. This thermal fuse is designed for use in dryers. It is a safety mechanism that stops the flow of electricity to the heating element when a dryer overheats. When this fuse is faulty, your dryer will not start or it will not heat properly. This is a one-time fuse, meaning it cannot be re-set. It must be replaced when there is no longer continuity between the terminals. This replacement part features two 3/16 inch terminals, and is sold individually. It attaches to the blower wheel housing. Blown fuses can be caused by clogged dryer vents. We recommend checking to make sure all of the vents are clear when you perform this repair. Hope this helps!

Hello David, thank you for your question. It does sound like the push to start switch is the problem since you only had continuity on one side at first. You can test the motor before ordering so you know exactly which part to order. To test the motor, disconnect the motor's two wire leads from the wiring harness. Set your multimeter to the R x 1 setting. Touch each of the meter's probes to one terminal each. Your motor should show little resistance (a reading of zero, or close to zero). Now check the ground connection. Place one probe on the bare metal housing of the motor. Place the other probe on each terminal, one at a time. You should not receive any reading on your meter from this test. I hope this helps!

Hi Thomas, Thank you for your question. To test an electronic part to see whether it is working correctly or not, you will need to use a multimeter. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

Hi David, Thank you for the question. You will need a multi meter to test the switch electrical prongs for continuity. Hope this helps!

Hello James, Thank you for the question. The dryer is suppose to only start once the door is closed. The Door switch will not allow it to start with an open door. Hope this helps!