Anne January 24, 2024 for Model Number 11068002010 Dryer door opens during drying cycle. Dryer continues to run. The power does not cut off when the cycle is complete. On one occasion it started up while arm was in the drum to get clothes out. I saw the door latch kit but wondered if that was the part needed or the dryer door switch. Thank you very much for your help!
1 Answer Anne, based on the information provided, the door switch WP3406107 has certainly failed. If the door is opening on its own, the latch kit 279570 is likely failing as well. Read More...
Br March 15, 2023 I got no instructions with my latch kit. So What color do I use? My old latch was a bluish color.
1 Answer Hello BR, on the metal plate of the original catch, there should be a number stamped on it. If it is stamped with an 18, the yellow catch with the stamp 20 would be used. If there is not a stamp on the original, it would be likely that the yellow catch would be used. Read More...
Tim February 18, 2023 for Model Number 11086181110 I need to replace the hinges #WP238460 but I need to know how to get the hinges off. I removed the 4 screws on the door thinking I could just remove the door but the door will not come off the hinges. I did NOT remove the screws from the frame of the dryer as I am not sure if they are metal screws such as on the door or have nuts behind them. I assume if I can get the door off the hinges I could loosen the frame screws and slide the hinges out for replacement. Also I cannot get the door apart as there are screws all around including the bottom which makes those 2 screws inaccessible.
1 Answer Tim, You will want to lift the top of the dryer and remove the front panel to get access for the hinges. Read More...
Alva Mcfarlane June 03, 2021 for Model Number WGD4900XW1 On the door switch there are three wires, with the door close at which prong should i get continuity?
1 Answer Alva M, Based on the model number listed the door switch would be part# WP3406107 and you should read continuity from the common wire to one of the other two wire with the door closed and from common to the other wire when the door is open. Read More...
Keith October 13, 2020 for Model Number 110.82826102 I have a Kenmore Dryer which has two door latches, one on top and one on the bottom of the door. Since I see only one of each color (3) am I to assume that I will need two of these kits to be able to fix my door from opening all the time? Or, are there two different sizes used on my dryer and one kit would suffice?
Robert July 10, 2020 for Model Number 11096589410 I ordered a door latch kit for a Kenmore Dryer. I watched the video. It said that instructions will come with the part and tell me which color of three will replace the color that I have inside the door. I am not going to take apart the door unless I have what color replaces whatever color I have in the door. Can you tell me for example: black uses the blue replacement. and all the possibilities of the different colors I could have or what to expect?
1 Answer Robert, the latch inside of the door should have a number stamp or a color that would be matched up to one of the new ones. If your current catch does not have a matching number stamp or color, the best way to identify would be using the yellow if it has one catch and is not a 27" wide laundry center or commercial stacked pair. If it is a 27" laundry center or commercial stacked pair, then the green would be used. Based on the model number provided, the yellow catch would be used. Read More...
Elder Johnny May 12, 2020 for Model Number WED9150WW1 I ordered the latch kit for a whirlpool dryer three came in the package there was no instructions with it, which one do I use.Thanks
1 Answer Elder Johnny, on the metal plate of the original catch there should be a number stamped on it. If it is stamped with an 18, the yellow catch with the stamp 20 would be used. If there is not a stamp on the original, it would be likely that the yellow catch would be used. Read More...
Frank February 05, 2020 for Model Number 110.87872603 My dryer stops and the door has to be opened and shut to restart. Will a new door latch solve this problem? I watched your video on changing the door but did not show my dryer, which has a side opening, glass door. Do you have a video on changing my dryer door latch, assuming this is the problem
1 Answer Frank, there is a repair video for the door latch kit 279570 available just under the item image. However, during this failure, the unit can be unplugged, the top panel removed, and the door switch tested at the main control from the wire at connection P8 pin 4 to the wire at connection P8 pin 3 for continuity (door has not been moved). If there is continuity, then the latch is not going to be the issue. The most likely issue if the door switch has continuity would be the main control WPW10174745. Read More...
Michael November 04, 2019 I have a whirlpool WED9470WW1 and need to replace the door latches. I watched the video where it shows I have to remove the door and take it apart to remove the "female" portion of the latch. But in one of the responses to one of you customer's questions it says this can be done by using a flat putty knife or an ice pick from the outside. I am hoping you will say that I don't have to take the door apart and can remove it from the outside. Do I have this correct?
1 Answer Michael, Since it appears that the catch is on the door you can try to use a putty knife and get under the catch to release it without having to take the door apart. You will want to go in from the top and the bottom to release the tabs. If unable to get this way then the door panel would need to be removed. Read More...
Larry October 27, 2019 for Model Number Whirlpool DSCX 10120 Hello, the model number is Whirlpool DSCX 10120. The local service technician told us that we need WHIRLPOOL C/DRYER DOOR LOCK 481010615880 (dryer door lock/latch), I want to confirm if you have something that will work.
1 Answer Larry, I am sorry but based on the information provided we do not find this model in our resources, you would need to use the part recommended by the manufacturer of your machine or contact the manufacturer directly for any cross over parts. Thank you for checking with us. Read More...