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Customer Questions and Answers for Door Latch Kit by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM9282558
Manufacturer Part Number: 279570

The Door Latch Kit is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool washers. This component is responsible for securely locking the washer door during the wash cycle, preventing it from opening unexpectedly and ensuring a safe and efficient operation.

Symptoms of needing to replace the door latch kit include:

  • Difficulty in closing or latching the washer door
  • Door opening unexpectedly during the wash cycle
  • Leaks or water seeping due to an improper door seal
  • Excessive wear or damage to the latch components

Causes of a faulty door latch kit can include normal wear and tear over time, physical damage due to impact or mishandling, or issues with the door alignment or strike plate.

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

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Gary for Model Number WP Dryer - Duet - WED8500SR0

The pictures of part 279570 door latch kit do not look like what is on my dryer. I need the door latch kit. My metal strike (the male part of the latch) with the oval shaped end has a srew that holds it to the cabnet. The picture of the part shows it with no metal tab to put a screw through. I does not look like it is the correct one but everything on the web site says it is. So do I order it or not? I do not want the hassle of returns etc. ASAP ... please I am off work today.

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Hello Cassie! Yes, you could use model LG7686XPW0 for your parts research. The door latch kit listed is part number 279570. Thanks!

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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.

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Robin, the door latch kit part number 279570 is not suggested as a replacement for your model. According to the Kenmore model number given you'll need to order door catch part number W11429587 and door strike part number W11429589. Thanks!

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Hello Chris, If we could bother you to check the model number on the units' I.D. tag one more time, there will be three numbers and a period before the number you listed which is necessary to pull part numbers with. Be aware that these three characters may be in a different font. I'm sorry to have to bother you with this and would not if it were not necessary. Thank you for your understanding in this matter.

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Hello Ron. Try turning the drum, with the door switch taped shut, and it humming, and see if it starts and runs. If so, the motor is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit.

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Hello Nancy. Based on the information you provided, you will need to order and replace the door latch kit 279570 to repair the issue with the unit.

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