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Customer Questions and Answers for Washer Lid Switch by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18038235
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8318084

Washer won't start, agitate, or spin? A faulty lid switch is the likely cause. This safety switch is easy to replace in under 5 minutes with basic tools.

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Shaun, by leaving the lid switch unplugged, the unit will not agitate or spin. The purpose of the lid switch is to act as a safety device so that when the washer is in use, if the lid is opened it stops the agitation and spin to prevent injury to the user. To correct the wire terminal, you would want to change out the wiring 3957494 so that the unit can operate as intended.

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Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com   |   Friday, January 18, 2019

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