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Customer Questions and Answers for Start Switch by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18025080
Manufacturer Part Number: WP3398094

The Start Switch is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. This part initiates the drying cycle when you press the start button on the control panel. This switch sends a signal to the dryer to begin operation, ensuring your clothes drying process starts smoothly.

Causes of a bad start switch can include repeated use over time leading to wear and tear, electrical issues such as short circuits or power surges, and physical damage due to mishandling or impact. 

Symptoms of a bad start switch include:

  • The dryer not starting when the button is pressed
  • The dryer stopping unexpectedly during a cycle
  • No response or sound when pressing the start button
  • Intermittent operation or the need to press the button multiple times

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.

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Gabriela, this failure can be caused by the start switch WP3398094 or the motor 279787. With a meter probe placed at the blue wire of the switch and one probe at the pink and black wire to test for 120VAC, there should be a continuous 120VAC when the switch is released. If not, the switch has failed. If there is, then the main winding on the motor has likely failed.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Monday, September 28, 2020

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