Whirlpool Electric Dryer Door Switch Replacement

Used this part 3406107 door switch to successfully replace same part for a kenmore series 80 model 62822 electric dryer.

Whirlpool electric dryer door switch replacement.

3406107 dryer door switch by beaquicy replacement for whirlpool kenmore roper amana crosley dryer replaces 3406109 3 pack 4 9 out of 5 stars 38 8 55 8. 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. Symptoms of failed door switch appeared as combo of light failing to come on when door opened and then drum not stopping when door opened. If the door switch fails the dryer won t start when the door is closed.

Replace the door switch with the manufacturer approved replacement part. Search for those two symptoms found a wealth of videos showing steps to open dryer. We ve designed our electric clothes dryers with features that help you get laundry done with less time so you can spend more time on what matters. This door switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands.

If the dryer drum light stays on the door switch is faulty. Replace broken dryer door swich. Quarter inch socket or nut driver putty knife. How to fix a door switch on a whirlpool dryer.

All you need for this repair is a putty knife and a phillips screwdriver. Whirlpool front loading dryers use a door activated shutoff switch. When the door is closed it pushes on the switch and enables the dryer to function. To quickly test the door switch open the dryer door and press the door switch lever.

The most common reason for replacing the door switch is if the dryer won t start. Complete your laundry set with an electric clothes dryer from whirlpool. The video below shows a gas dryer but the repair is. This instructable describes how to replace a broken door switch on a kenmore gas dryer.

If you re looking for a dryer that s easy to install and maintain consider an electric dryer from whirlpool.