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Customer Questions and Answers for Switch, Lid by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18024216
Manufacturer Part Number: WP3355458

The Lid Switch is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. The lid switch is located beneath the washer's lid and is activated when the lid is closed. It acts as a safety feature, preventing the washer from operating when the lid is open. When the lid is closed, the lid switch engages and signals to the washer's control system that it is safe to proceed with the wash cycle.

Causes of a faulty lid switch can include wear and tear, electrical issues, or damage from excessive force or impact.

Symptoms of a bad lid switch in a washer may include:

  • Washer not starting or responding to controls
  • Washer stopping or pausing mid-cycle when the lid is opened
  • No spin or agitation during the wash cycle

This OEM Whirlpool part can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

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For Whirlpool Switch, Lid (Part Number: OEM18024216)

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Monica, It sounds like there may be an issue with the wiring on the unit and would suggest checking the wiring of the unit.

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Hello Victoria, the drain pump is directly connected to the washer's drive motor, if you are able to get the drain pump to work by selecting a different point on the washer timer then the problem is in the timer, however, washer timer part WP3955679 has been discontinued by the manufacturer. and is no longer available.

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Judd, Trace the wires from the switch till you find a connector and use a jumper wire between line and neutral[only three wires and green is ground].Reapply power and if unit spins then you need to replace lid switch WP3355458

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Kathy, You can cut the connector off and splice on the original to the ground wire and connect it.

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Hello Miles. Disconnect the power to the unit. Remove the two screws in the back corners of the control panel securing the control panel. Pull the control panel forward and flip it backwards. Next unplug the lid switch and remove the two brass colored clips securing the cabinet to the back wall using a flat blade screwdriver to pry them out. Pull on the front of the cabinet and slide the cabinet off the frame of the washer. You can now access and replace the lid switch 3355458. Reinstall in reverse order.

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Hello Yamil. No, the connector and length of the wires are different. You will need to order the one your model calls for.

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Freddy for Model Number YLTE6234DQ2 Brand: Whirlpool

hi there i am in the process of installing my new Lid Switch Assembly (part#3355458 ) i have grounded one of the ends of the wire (screwed on the outside) http://s1.postimg.org/sx6en5vr3/IMG_0215.jpg but i am having a problem as to where to ground the other end of the wire or is it supposed to be grounded? it looks like a plug actually. here is a photo of the wire. it is right next to the actuator of the switch. http://s10.postimg.org/5vra8hg5l/IMG_0212.jpg thanks.

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Freddy, You will ground one end of the ground wire somewhere in the area of the switch and the other wire would ground next to the switch or just slide onto a piece of metal as long as it is grounded.

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Hello JD. Disconnect the power to the unit. Remove the two screws in the back corners of the control panel securing the control panel. Pull the control panel forward and flip it backwards. Next unplug the lid switch and remove the two brass colored clips securing the cabinet to the back wall using a flat blade screwdriver to pry them out. Pull on the front of the cabinet and slide the cabinet off the frame of the washer. You can now access and replace the lid switch WP3355458. Reinstall in reverse order.

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