Customer Questions and Answers for Dryer Door Latch Kit by Whirlpool

Joe, Unless the dryer door will not remain closed, or "pops" open when there is a load in the tumbler, the door catch 279570 . When you open the door, the dryer should stop running, if it doesn't stop it is usually due to a faulty door switch WP3406107 or possibly a shorted wire to the switch. You will need to remove power to the dryer, remove the lint filter and the two screws located under the door. Tghen you'll need a flat blade tool (putty knife) to release the spring clips and raise the top panel to access the door switch assembly.