Dale October 21, 2017 for Model Number LTG6234AW0 Hi I just replaced the dryer door switch on my thin twin with a new switch I ordered. The reason was that the dryer always works fine and did until about a week ago I opened and shut the door and after that time the dryer would not ignite. I have replaced all the dryer gas components and items involved thru the yrs and they all ck fine now. The weird problem I have yet as I had after I opened and shut the door originally is that with the new switch now It still will not ignite the burners by closing the door and starting the dryer. IF"" I hold MY finger on the new switch pressing in with the door open the burner lights gas solenoids work flame is beautiful So Closing the door unit will not ignite, Using my finger it works fine, Odd weird. the new switch checks continuity and seems ok. Ever hear of this. Again this problem just started about a couple weeks ago when I opened and shut the dryer door. Defective switch?> also cked all grounds in the unit and all ok. My finger works fine keeping it working , But not when the door closes. Switch toggles lever works fine. I notice that there is a newer type switch available. Did they have trouble with the old type switch My unit is a 1994 and taken care of meticulessly. The company I ordered the new switch from is sending another switch so I will see if that works. Any ideas. Or just two bad switches in a row?
1 Answer Dale, You may want to check the door strike and catch as it may not be closing tightly and allowing the unit to operate properly. Read More...
Bill October 13, 2017 Did I install door latch correct mine was broke latch fell out no braner put new one in it worked then stopped if I mess with door push on it works but next load you have to do same or it works fine
1 Answer Hello Bill. It sounds like the switch is installed wrong or the door is not closing properly. You will need to check both of them. Thanks. Read More...
Allen January 16, 2017 for Model Number Kenmore 110.66922500 I watched your instructional video but my model does not have the lint trap as shown in video but is inside the door. There definitely are no clips between top front panel and the top. Is there a video that show how to open the top of this model dryer? My dryer does not shut off & interior light does not come when opened during the cycle.
1 Answer Hello Allen, The main top will still have clips near the front corners that retain the main top. Some models have to have the screws removed at the rear of the main top so it can be moved forward to release them. The top is basically raised to access the door switch. Read More...
Jason December 28, 2016 for Model Number MEDC200XW1 I seethe dryer door switch (part #3406109) that I need, but the one I removed has only 2 wires and the one you show has 3. Does that make a difference?
1 Answer Jason, No, it won't make a difference. The third wire(for the drum light) won't be in the harness, so it won't make a difference. The manufacturer has replaced the two wire switch with the three wire switch so it will work in several different types of models. A cost cutting program. Read More...
Dan November 17, 2016 for Model Number WED49STBW A few weeks ago, I noticed that the heating element was staying on if you opened the door mid-cycle. Now, the drum will not turn and the motor isn't attempting to turn, but the element kicks on when you turn the dial to any point in any cycle. The unit itself is only a few months old so I hesitate to say it's the motor. a) does the door switch control the motor and element controls individually? Would a door switch fix this issue?b)aside from that and the main motor, what else could be the culprit?
1 Answer Dan, With the heating element coming on with the dial turned in any position and the unit not running would be a centrifugal switch that is stuck on the motor. It would be suggested to open the dryer and check to make sure that there is not lint build up on the motor and if there is try to clean the lint out. If this does not correct the issue then the motor would need to be replaced. Read More...
Andy K. September 18, 2016 for Model Number WED5800SW0 Is it safe to bypass the door switch assembly by wiring the white and blue wires together so I don't have to replace switch?
1 Answer Hello Andy, I would advise strongly against this since the dryer drum will continue to turn with the door open. This is a safety concern and serious injury could occur in relation to this condition. The door switch is in place for two reasons: To stop the drum from turning when the door is opened to prevent possible injury and To turn off the heating element when the door is opened since the air flow is different and this will burn out the heating element because of lack of air flow across it. Read More...
Gloria February 18, 2016 I replace the switch on my dryer and its still not staying on what else can it be?
Frank January 06, 2016 for Model Number whirlpool dryer Hi, My dryer has 3 wires and the switch I got from you (3406102) only has two and the light won't come on. HELP!!! Frank
1 Answer Hello Frank. We will need your model number to help you with this. Please call 1-877-477-7278 or post your model number with a new question on the parts page. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/modelnumber_locator.aspx Read More...
Steve January 02, 2016 for Model Number MEDC300XW0 It has power the light is on but it will not run ..
1 Answer Hello Steve. You will need to check and see if the thermal fuse WP3392519 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Rogelio October 25, 2015 Hi, I need to replace the door switch on my dryer but the replacement door switch has 3 wires and the current one has 2, do I need a different door switch. It has the same p.n.
1 Answer Hello Rogelio. No, you will match the markings on the old switch to the markings on the new switch. Then leave the spade not needed open without a wire attached. Read More...