Customer Questions and Answers for Temperature Selector Switch (Rotary, 3-Position) by Whirlpool

This rotary, 3-position temperature selector switch lets you choose the cycle's temperature. When it wears out, settings may not respond or temperatures may be wrong. Replacing it restores accurate temperature selection and dependable performance.

• Provides user control of temperature with three selectable positions
• Sends the chosen setting to the appliance's control system to achieve the requested temperature
• Common signs of failure: only one setting works, temperature doesn't match the selection, or the selector is loose/hard to turn
• Visible damage to the switch shaft or terminals

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing
• Access the switch from the control panel/console
• Note wire locations and transfer them one-by-one (or take a photo for reference)
• Reinstall the existing knob, aligning the flat on the shaft as removed