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Door Catch Kit

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PartSelect Number PS334230

Manufacturer Part Number 279570

Manufactured by Whirlpool

This is a door catch kit, and it is designed for use with your dryer. On your appliance you will find both a strike and a catch. These two parts work together to keep your dryer door closed. This kit includes two strikes, three catches, and a set of instructions. Each of the door catches included have a different tension. Make sure you use the one that matches the existing catch on your appliance. All three of these are color-coded, and have a number on the back. The instruction sheet will tell you which catch you need to use for your specific model type.

This part works with the following brands: Kenmore, Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Roper, Estate, Crosley, Inglis, Maytag, Admiral, Magic Chef

This part works with the following products: Dryer, Washer Dryer Combo, Dishwasher, Laundry Accessories, Trash Compactor

This part fixes the following symptoms: Door won’t close | Will Not Start | Shuts off too soon | Will not shut off

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When I open my dryer it stays running until I turn it off manually. Is that indication that I need the door latch kit? Or do I start somewhere else

Joanne
July 20, 2017
Answer:

Hi Joanne, it sounds like you need to replace the door switch, it is part number WP3406105. Best of luck with this repair!

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I opened up my dryer and it seems like I have 2 latches on this model. I know I require a latch kit because mine is malfunctioning but do I need two kits?

Jeanie
July 20, 2017
Answer:

Hi Jeanie, to make this installation you will only need one latch kit, and you can find it here 279570. Please let us know if you have any further questions!

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My dryer has a buzzer on it and when the cycle is done it will let us know but it wont turn off even when I open my dryer door. The only way to stop it is if I leave my door open for a little while and then it will clue in and turn off. What could be causing this? Latch kit?

Pius
July 20, 2017
Answer:

Hello Pius, if you are experiencing problems with your buzzer shutting off, that would be a motor switch issue. It sounds like the motor switch is sticking/stuck and the only way to correct that would be to replace the motor. You can find the motor for your model here 279827. I hope this helps!

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I have to slam the door to stay shut or it pops out and the drying cycle stops. When I took the door apart there was a loose spring rolling around inside the door. Do you have any idea where that may have come from? I think someone may have put too much weight on the door and forced it past the normal stop position. I will order the latch anyway but I am wondering if anything else could be wrong? In addition, the light burned out. Does it require the exact replacement bulb?

Gerald for model number WED5300VW0
December 3, 2017
Answer:

Hello Gerald, Thanks for your question. The door catch kit would be the most likely solution for your problem based on your description. As for the bulb, we are only showing one bulb that is compatible with your machine based on the manufacturer's part list. I hope this helps.

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The latch on my Whirlpool dryer: For the door to close, we have to keep moving the latch back and forth. If i need a model # replace this, where do i find the model number?

Peggy
November 8, 2017
Answer:

Hi Peggy, Thank you for your question. Here is a link that will help you find your model number: https://www.partselect.com/Model-Number-Locator+5+repair.htm . Good luck with your repair.

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My latch kit did not come with instructions on which catch to use on my dryer, 025, 022, or 020? Please send the instructions that indicate which one to use as the video indicates.

Eric for model number LE5800XSN
January 28, 2018
Answer:

Hello Eric, Thanks for your question. Number 020 is the yellow catch. Number 022 is the blue catch. Number 025 is the green catch. If the catch you are replacing has an 18 on it or if it is silver, use the 020 yellow catch. If nothing matches check if your dryer has one catch, and make sure it is not a 27" Wide Laundry Center or a Commercial Stacked Pair and if that is true, use the 020 yellow catch. If it is either of those types of machines, use the 025 green catch. If your dryer has two catches, use the 022 blue catch on the top and the 020 yellow catch on the bottom. I hope this helps.

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Dryer wont power up.Door latch has been hard to close lately.Could my latch be bad?I have the option to switch the way the door opens.Can I trade the latches?

Laura for model number MEDB980BW0
October 3, 2017
Answer:

Hi Laura, Thank you for the question. The catch can be swapped to the other side yes but it sounds like there could be an issue with the door switch,PartSelect Number PS3653055. If the switching the catch did not fix the issue I recommend replacing the switch. Hope this helps!

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Opened my dryer door the other day and it fell off dryer, still works but door falls off when i open it. What parts do i need to fix this?

Kevin for model number 11087375100
10 days ago
Answer:

Hello Kevin, Thank you for contacting us. I suggest replacing the door catch kit as it sounds like the screw could be stripped from opening the door over time. Good luck with your repair!

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My dryer is powering on but won't start. When i press start it just clicks. The light inside dryer still works.

Becky for model number WED9300VU0
December 17, 2018
Answer:

Hi Becky, thank you for your question. There are a few parts that could cause this issue in your appliance. The first parts to check in this case would be all of your thermostats and thermal fuses. You can test those parts with a multi meter and they should be reading 0 ohms to be working correctly. If those parts are fine, you should then go on to look at your door switch. If your door switch is fine then it might actually be your electronic control board that is the issue. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.

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My Whirlpool dryer door will not work and the cancellation button also does not work

Jesse
December 7, 2018
Answer:

Hello Jesse, thank you for contacting us, In order for us to locate the correct parts and repair information we will require the model number of the unit. Once you have located the model number please feel free to resubmit the question and we will be happy to help you. Look forward to hearing from you!

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If i put the thermal wires together what happens if it doesn't start

David
November 6, 2018
Answer:

Hi David, Thank you for your question. If it does not start, the part mat may be defective or there is another part causing the issue you will need to check them to see which one is causing the issue. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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My dryer will not start. It turns on and beeps at me and the door is closed but will not start. Do I need a new latch or door wire kit?

Anna for model number GEW9200LT1
May 7, 2018
Answer:

Hi Anna, Thank you for the question. I suggest testing the Door Switch and Actuator Kit, PartSelect Number: PS334284. This part recognizes whether the door is open or closed. You can use a multi meter to check the continuity. Hope this helps!

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My dryer would not start, then it started and would not turn off unless i opened the door. Would this be the door latch malfunctioning?

Craig for model number WED9400VE0
February 25, 2018
Answer:

Hello Craig, Thank you for your inquiry. It does sound like it, you can test the door switch with a multimeter to see if it is functioning properly, and the part number for the door switch is 279782. Hope this helps!

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My dryer will not start when i push the start button. I have already replaced the door switch, but that did not fix the problem. Here is what's happening; when i have the dryer set to start and close the door, the dryer makes a soft whirring/clicking sound. When i push the start button, there is a loud click, the whirring stops, but the dryer does not start. Do these symptoms give any indication of which part might be faulty?

Erin for model number GEQ8811LL0
December 26, 2017
Answer:

Hi Erin, Thank you for your question. There are a couple of other parts that you would check to see if they are working correctly. The first part I would actually suggest testing is your start switch. You may also want to test your thermal fuse as well. You can test both parts with a multi meter to see what the continuity is on them. If both of those parts are fine you might go on to test your thermostats and your element as well. If those parts are fine then it may be your timer that is the issue. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.

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Your video on how to change the door catch is a different style dryer than mine. My door is a round one, not the square one in the video. Should i just follow the directions for the GE brand that you have posted on youtube instead? I believe i will need to dismantle the door before changing out the assembly.

Martie Schultz for model number WED8300SW2
December 7, 2017
Answer:

Hi Martie, Thank you for your question. The video is meant to give you a general understanding on how to install the part. There are also comments listed with the part on our website that customers have left on how they installed the part that you may reference as well if you need more information. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Everything work but it will not come on

Warren for model number Wed9050xw1
November 1, 2017
Answer:

Hi Warren, Thank you for your inquiry. There are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. You will need to check the thermal fuse, the door catch and strike, the internal bias thermostat, the drive belt, the idler pulley and the drive motor. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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  • Door Catch Kit
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Customer:
Terri from Saint Augustine, FL
Door catch part had fallen out,/ was missing
Received your parts, Popped them both right into place, Even though only one side needed to be replaced, I wanted them to match up. It was amazing how easy this was. My husband was quite impressed I had ordered these rather then look for either a new or used dryer from some other source.

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Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers
Customer:
Daniel from Wichita, KS
Door catch broken; lint filter handle had come off
Removed some screws and partially dismantled the door so I could get the old catch out. Inserted the new catch, and put the screws back in. Saved me an $80+ service call.
On the filter, I had to use pliers to remove the old one because the handle had broken off. Did that, and inserted the new one. Done. Sears had been unable to supply me with a new filter.

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Melody from North Las Vegas, NV
Door wouldn't latch.
I can't believe I waited so long to find this part and do this. I got the package very fast, opened it, took the piece to my dryer and popped it into place with my fingers. It worked perfectly! this took all of two minutes and saved me from having to hold the dryer door closed with a stick. Thank you, thank you!!!

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95 of 97 people found these instructions helpful
Parts Used:
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Difficulty Level:
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Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
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Pam from Woodbridge, VA
Dryer door would not stay shut
This repair was a cinch. Pliers to pull out the metal piece and a screwdriver to pry out the 'catch' part in the door. Both replacement pieces went right in. I cannot believe how easy and CHEAP this fix was, and I'm so glad I found this site!! I figured I would have to call a repairman and pay big bucks, so I put it off, but the door was getting worse--slamming it so hard to keep it shut. Again, thanks for this great site.

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Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Customer:
JEFFERY from ABINGDON, VA
Dryer wouldn't dry
un pluged it then removed the hose took the back off took out the 2 screws out of each part replace it with the new parts , then pluged it back to make sure it would work and it did the very first time. i'm 1 happy roper owner.

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Difficulty Level:
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Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Pliers
Customer:
Jill from bellevue, WA
Door won't latch
I did NOT have to repair the latch on the actual door, just the small metal piece that it hooks on (on the dryer itself) and it took about 10 seconds to.....do it myself. Just used needle nose pliers so squeeze the piece together and fit it in. thanks

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Difficulty Level:
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Total Repair Time:
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Customer:
RONALD from SALMON, ID
Door kept coming open dryer shuts off
use screwdriver topry plastic out plyers to pull out metal latch put new parts in

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DAVID from CHARLOTTE, NC
No heat when drying
I followed the tips from the repair video. Easy as 1-2-3. I changed both the heating element as well as the thermal cut off. Went ahead and repaired the door catch. Brand new dryer for the next 10 years. I do advise to pull out your shop vac and remove the tons of lint that accumulates in the bottom. A definite fire hazardous. I do attest that this web site is the best by far.

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Bill from Houston, TX
Dryer door catch broke
The old catch on my dryer door was gone and I was keeping the door closed using tape. I ordered the part and it arrived with no hassles in about 5 days. The repair was too easy. I just popped the new catch in place. It took all of about 30 seconds to complete using no tools. I wish all home repairs were this easy.

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Lynne from Jamestown, CA
Door catch on dryer door broke
PartSelect sent me three different door catches with instructions for choosing the correct one. I did choose and simply inserted it into the slot and voile! All finished and it works great now! PartSelect had the part delivered the day after my order was placed. I would suggest doing business with them to anyone asking who they might contact for a part. I especially appreciated the ease of identifying and ordering from them. I was able to do all of this on-line via their website.

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Total Repair Time:
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JEANMARIE from BELLEROSE, NY
Door latch (female part) was broken.
I used a screwdriver to remove the old part and pushed the new part in with my fingers, it was very easy. If I could do it, anyone can. I was a lot cheaper then having a repair man come to house. I am very glad I found your site online, I will definitely be using your company again.

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Dawn from Chesapeake City, MD
My teenage son was messing around and got into the dryer and broke the door catch and bent the door.
removed the catch and the pin and replaced it. We were sent a couple different sizes so we tested the one that looked like the closest match. I think the pin was made with different thicknesses of metal. Worked great and saved us from having to get a new dryer!

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Total Repair Time:
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Tools:
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Customer:
Theresa from Norfolk, VA
The old door catch failed. Clothes won't dry with door open !
Old door catch came out, new one slipped in. All works great.

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Theresa from Topeka, KS
The dryer door latch broke
The most difficult part of this repair was making sure I purchased the right part !!! Part Select.com has a great website with pictures of almost every part you could ever need. I was able to select the right part and from there the repair was easy.

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Carol from Golden Valley, MN
My Kenmore dryer door catch was worn out, so the dryer door wouldn't stay closed, and I was unable to dry my laundry.
I identified the correct catch of the three that were included in the package by matching its number to that on the old catch that I had pried out of the door using a flat screwdriver. I centered the new catch over the square hole in the door and pressed it into place. Then I used some needle-nose pliers to twist and remove the metal pin that fits into the catch from the main dryer housing. I replaced that with the new piece included in the kit, gently tapping it into place with a hammer. The repair complete, the door worked perfectly. Thanks for your help and for the speedy delivery of the kit.

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My dryer door would not stay closed during the cycle. We replaced the part and it works great now!

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