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Dryer Door Switch
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450 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11741701
Manufacturer Part Number WP3406107
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.
Fixes these symptoms
  • Door won’t close
  • Running With Door Open
  • Will Not Start
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pat from lisbon,, OH
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 Read more...
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Push-To-Start Switch
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18 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11742178
Manufacturer Part Number WP3977456
This push-to-start switch activates the dryer when the button is pressed and released. If your switch is not turning on or off, will not start, or the contacts inside the switch are shorted out, it is best to replace this part as a possible solution. Remember to unplug your appliance before beginning the installation process, as safety precaution. For installation instructions and accurate guidance, refer to the diagram provided by the manufacturer.
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Dennis from Port Orchard, WA
Broke start switch while moving
Turned off the power.Pulled the dryer out, removed the screws from the control cover panel, unplugged the switch, pressed the release clip the did the opposite to install new switch. Replaced the back panel, put the nob on and it looks as good as new.Turned on the power. Read more...
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Door Switch Assembly
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38 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11741700
Manufacturer Part Number WP3406105
A door switch is a simple on/off mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open.
Installation Instructions
John from Bethesda, MD
Dryer would stay on after opening the Door. The switch that turns off the dryer when you open the door was not broken.
You open up the lint filter access door and remove the two small screws that hold it to the top of the dryer. Once they are removed, you insert a flat blade screwdriver under front-top of the unit and the top will pop off. Exerting a little pressure towards you will help lift to top off the mounts. There are no other screws to remove.
The new switch comes attached to a clip. You just pull off the old clip and replace it with the new one and discard the old switch. Read more...
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Push-to-Start Switch
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PartSelect Number PS11748542
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10117655
This switch or push to start switch is used for dryers. It is the tool that completes the circuit and ultimately starts the dryer by pressing and releasing the button after selecting a setting on the timer. The tools needed for this project are a 1/4 inch nut driver, and a flathead screwdriver. To repair, first remove the rear panel and start switch. Next, replace with new start switch and rear panel. Remember to unplug your dryer before beginning this installation and refer to the manual provided by the manufacturer for further installation instructions.
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Josh from Emory, TX
Push to Start switch burned out due to electrical problem
Unplug from the wall ,remove upper back panel ( watch out for the grounding wire screwed to the panel), pulled off front knob, then twist and pull the switch out. Unplug the burned out switch, plugged in the new one. Re-assembled what I took apart, plugged her up and dried the load that was in the washer. Note: if yours is burned out due to house power surge make sure the timer is working after you replace the switch, you might need one of thoes too. Read more...
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Door Switch
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9 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11750824
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10237959
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Ronald from LANCASTER, CA
A piece of cloting snagged and broke the door switch.
Repair job took less than 10 minutes: 1) Unplug Dryer 2) Remove Lint screen and 2 Phillip screws 3) use flat putty knife to depress lid latches while lifting (latches located approx 2 - 3 inches from each side. 4) unplug defective door switch 5) remove 2 Phillip screws that secure the door switch. Reinstall switch repeating the above steps in reverse order and your done. Read more...
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Lid Switch
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16 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11723153
Manufacturer Part Number W10820036
This 3 prong lid switch is used for washing machines that do not have a tub light.
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  • Will not agitate
  • Will not drain
  • Will Not Start
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Peter from Westbury, NY
washer would not start
To see if the lid switch was the problem I first jumped it out and tried to start the washer. That was the problem. I removed the main controll so I could get to the lid switch. I made the mistake of removing the screws all the way out and the metal clip fell into the body of the washer, no problem since I was changing the drive beld anyway. I realized that you do not remove the screws all the way out, you just have to loosen them and then slide out the lid switch & then replace it. Read more...
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Door Switch Kit
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19 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS1964648
Manufacturer Part Number W10169313
This part replaces two terminal switches in a dryer and prevents the dryer from running when the door is open. This includes two connectors. If your dryer will not shut off, start, or does not tumble, replacing the door switch can solve this appliance problem. The tools needed for replacement are a screw driver and wire strippers. Make sure to attach the two wires to the right two poles of the new switch, to do this you can check the resistance of the switch. Unplug the dryer before installing this part, also refer to the diagram provided by the manufacturer.
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Don from Jacksonville, FL
Switch sticking in on position
FIRST unplug dryer from electrical source, CAUTION, the top of this dryer does not open with clips, do not pry on top to open! On the front of the dryer look under the lower panel, and find two screws, one on the left side, and one on the right, remove these screws, and pull slightly down on panel to remove. Behind this panel find two screws holding the door panel, one on the left, and one on the right, remove the left, and support the door panel while removing the right side. Gently pull the bottom of door panel outward, and the clips on top of door panel will unhinge from top, carefully rotate left side of door panel to floor, and note the wire connections on switch, and orientation of switch, then unplug wires, and move door panel to a comfortable working positon. Door must be open to remove switch, then depress the two plastic retaining keepers on each side of switch, and push switch through toward door. Replace with new switch, reconnect the wires, and reassymble in reverse order. Remember, door assymbly must be inserted in dryer top at an angle, and then bottom rotated downward, and bottom panel nylon guildes inserted into door panel bottom. Read more...
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Start Switch
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4 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11754857
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10446920
Installation Instructions
Thomas from LOWELL, MI
Replace start switch
Take back off top of dryer and replace switch Read more...
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Door Switch
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8 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11756443
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10569603
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Colleen from CAPE CORAL, FL
Dryer continued to run with door open
The video provided by this site on YouTube on this topic was perfect. Saved us a couple of hundred dollars DIY rather than repair man. Read more...
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$71.40
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Push-to-Start Switch
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11 Reviews
PartSelect Number PS11741493
Manufacturer Part Number WP3398095
This part is used to start the dryer once you have selected a setting on the timer.
Installation Instructions
Vincent from Pipersville, PA
defective switch
unplug dryer
pull off switch knob
remove two screws at corners of control unit
pull unit toward you to remove
flip over and remove panel
unscrew switch then twist switch to remove from face on control unit
holding new switch next to old, remove wires from old switch and insert onto new switch
place new switch on control unit face and twist into position
Install screws
replace panel, flip back over
position control unit and slide back to lock in place
screw in corners
replace switch knob
plug in dryer
test switch Read more...

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