Part Location Diagram of WP691581 Whirlpool Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever
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Replacing your Kenmore Dryer Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever
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Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever WP691581

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PartSelect Number PS11743767
Manufacturer Part Number WP691581
Manufactured by Whirlpool for Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper
Product Description

Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever Specifications

This black actuator spring with white rubber tip is used for both dryer doors and washer lids.
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Replacing your Kenmore Dryer Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever

Replacing your Kenmore Dryer Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever
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This part fixes the following symptoms:
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This part works with the following products:
Dryer, Washer, Washer Dryer Combo.
Part# WP691581 replaces these:
AP6010584, 21018, 26000691581, 295998, 296998, 504608, 691581
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Light stayed on, inside dryer. Dryer no workie
I diagnosed the problem, as a broken arm on the actuator for the door shut switch. I jumped the switch, and dryer worked. I went to this site, found the part I needed, ordered it/received it quickly, and proceeded to do the repair. The video that THIS particular part goes for, isn't' like MY dryer. My dryer hinges in the rear. You just remove the 2 screws on either side of the control panel, (right and left), pull forward on the panel, to ease its attachment, let it lie. Then with a small plastic pry tool, pop the 2 attaching points in the front of the dryer. Front end lifts up, like a hood on a car. My roommate held hood up, while I R&R'd the switch actuator. Went back together, in reverse of my taking apart. Worked great. Thanks a bunch.
  • Steven from New Richmond, WI
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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Machine would not start and light stayed on with door closed.
Turned off circuit breaker to machine. Removed lint trap to allow removal of two Philips screws from vent passage that hold lid on. Opened door and removed two Philips screws that hold switch to front of machine. Using flat blade #2 screw driver pushed on plastic locking tabs under front of machine top about 2" in from either side to allow top to be lifted up from machine. While holding up at 45 degree angle reached in and grabbed switch to pull it out for easy access. Set top down gently once switch was out. While holding switch removed broken switch actuator and installed new actuator on to switch. Lifted top back to 45 degree angle and with left hand held switch assembly in place and started two screws previously removed back into actuator holes. Tightened screws snugly. Lowered top back into plastic locking tabs and gently pushed down to secure top. Installed two screws back to air passage tube for lint trap through two holes in top that were removed at beginning of repair. Install lint trap, turn on circuit breaker and verified operation. Put wet clothes in tub, turned machine on, put away two screw drivers and kissed wife apologizing for taking so long to getting around to repairing machine.
  • Mark from TERREBONNE, OR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Dryer door actuator lever broke
I disconnected the dryer from the electric. I removed the lid to the dryer by first removing the lint door screws and prying the lid off properly. Disconnected the wires to the door switch. Removed the screws from inside the door and carefully removed teh actuator. Seperated the actuator from the switch and replaced the broken actuator. Reinstalled the actuator and switch and screwed the assembly back in place. Reconnected the wires, lowered the dryer lid and screwed the lint door screws back in place. It Worked perfectly.
  • Mark from Clarksburg, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers
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dryer would not turn on
Found the switch part on the floor and after I figured out where it came from it was minutes before it took to find the web site and order the part, I then watched the installation video which helped with a few pointers and days later it was installed and fixed for 10 dollars with shipping,AMAZING!!!
Other Parts Used:
Dryer Door Switch Actuator Spring/Lever Front Top Lock
  • Larry from Bethpage, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Broken door actuator spring -interposer for motor control
Followed previous comments and took 5 minutes to replace. Be careful to hold spring and switch together because easy to separate and drop. Two screws to remove for switch, two to remove for lint trap, pop the lid up and switch / spring is easy to access.
  • Stephen from Vancouver, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Door latch snapped off.
We got the part so fast we were both surprised. My husband installed the part by just seeing how the old one came off. It was simple and fairly quick. Except that his hands are so big they had a hard time fitting in to where the part needed to go. Just opened the top of the dryer, took the old part out and put the new one in.
  • Karen from Randle, WA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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The dryer would not run.
I first noticed that the tab of the door switch snapped off so the safety on/off switch did not work when the door was closed. I temporarily taped the switch closed so I could use the dryer. I found the model number from the unit and easily found the schematic and part description from the website. I placed the order and had the part in a few days. Problem solved. Thank you
  • Kevin from North Aurora, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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door switch lever/latch broke
You can buy the switch AND lever/latch, but partselect had lever by itself which is all I needed. Pay attention to orienation of lever around switch when you take old latch off and attach new. Also, be careful to not drop new lever behind/beneath clothes dryer drum. Took my wife and I a while to fish it out. I have replaced heating element, and other parts. At some point it will be time for a new dryer...
  • Ed from Charlottesville, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Dryer would not start
The dryer just stopped after a new load of clothes was put in. It appeared to be a power problem as there were not warnings, it just stopped. After checking the power, I suspected it was an electrical interlock problem. After nosing around, I traced the power to the dryer door interlock. Sure enough the switch was fine, but the mechanical lever was worn away. After Googling around for a replacement I found PartSelect.Com. Found the part, ordered it, and I am back in business. My wife is not happy though, as she wanted a new dryer:)
  • Tim from Pepperell, MA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Dryer would not come on
Replaced the cap over the door switch so when the door closed the switch was engaged
  • Steven from Bassett, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Cheryl
November 7, 2017
How does this part attach to my Roper (Whirlpool) dryer. The video I was sent the dryer in the video isn't the type of dryer I have. The instructions I was sent does it apply to my dryer as well.
For model number REP3422AW0
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Hi Cheryl, Thank you for the question. Here are some steps to install the actuator Switch. First unplugged appliance, next,removed lint filter and removed 2 screws from the lint filter chute.Open the top of appliance with a flat head screwdriver by applying pressure at each front corner and tilt up to access actuator switch on right side of door. Removed 2 screws from the actuator switch.Remove the actuator spring and then reverse the steps. Hope this helps!

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Thomas
October 15, 2017
Dryer shuts off during operation. Seems the door is loose.
For model number LG5801XMW0
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Hi Thomas, Thank you for the question. If the door is lose you will need to check the hinges to see if they need to be tightened or replaced. You can also replace the Door Catch Kit, Part Number: PS334230.These two parts work together to keep your dryer door closed. Hope this helps!

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Rossc
February 27, 2022
Need dryer door switch Kenmore
For model number 11086581100
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Hello Rossc, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is PartSelect Number PS11723153. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

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