Dryer Door Switch Repair

Whirlpool front loading dryers use a door activated shutoff switch.

Dryer door switch repair.

Free delivery with 45 order. Dryer door switches are a little over an inch long. My particular gas dryer is a kenmore 80 series model 110 72822101 but these instructions can apply to many clothes dryers including some whirlpool models. Replace the door switch with the manufacturer approved replacement part.

Repair your dryer switch for less. A door switch is a simple on off mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open. To quickly test the door switch open the dryer door and press the door switch lever. Many are white in color and all have metal prongs called terminals extending out from the body of the switch.

Replace broken dryer door swich. When the door is closed it pushes on the switch and enables the dryer to function. 365 day right part guaranteed return policy. If the door switch fails the dryer won t start when the door is closed.

As a safety feature the dryer will not work with an open door. The video below shows a gas dryer but the repair is. Some door switches have only two metal prongs extending from the body while. Set your store to see local availability add to cart.

Wen handyman thermal cut out kit for dryer oem part number 279769 model q d0038 12 01 12 01. Wen handyman dryer door switch oem part number 3406105 model q d0030 11 15 11 15. A door switch is a simple on off mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open. The dyer control panel depends on the correct signal from the door switch to know if the door is open or closed.

This instructable describes how to replace a broken door switch on a kenmore gas dryer. Fast same day shipping. This safety switch can sometimes go bad however and if you do happen to have a dryer that can run with the door open then there may a problem with your door switch. If the dryer drum light stays on the door switch is faulty.

Many are white in color and all have metal prongs called terminals extending out from the body of the switch. How to fix a door switch on a whirlpool dryer.