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Customer Questions and Answers for Door Latch Handle (Blk) by Whirlpool

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By: Whirlpool
Part Number: OEM18046359
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10130695

The Door Latch Assembly is an OEM replacement part for Whirlpool dishwashers. It is responsible for securely latching and locking the dishwasher door during operation, preventing leaks and ensuring a proper seal.

Symptoms of needing to replace the door latch assembly include:

  • Difficulty in properly closing or latching the dishwasher door
  • Leaks or water seeping out from around the door area
  • Visible signs of wear, damage, or cracks on the latch mechanism
  • The door not staying securely closed during operation

Causes of a faulty dishwasher door latch assembly can include normal wear and tear over time, physical damage due to impact or mishandling, or issues with the latch mechanism itself.

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

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For Whirlpool Door Latch Handle (Blk) (Part Number: OEM18046359)

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James, It will not matter which wire goes to which since this is a switch and has no polarity.

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Hello Li, You can refer to the video from the following link: https://youtu.be/Hfrra5O-3pE. John removes them by hand but if they do not come off easily, you can pry them off by using leverage against the switch body to the connector. place the small screwdriver under the white connector and pry against the end of the switch to force the connectors off of the microswitch.

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Hello Li, You can use a small flat blade screwdriver to pry the connector from the microswitch terminal. This is the way technicians commonly remove the connectors. Be sure to turn the power off to the unit before beginning.

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Hello Fran, yes, the new latch assembly comes with new switches. If the control panel is not lighting up the power into the dishwasher needs to be checked. If the control panel lights up and the wash cycle can be selected but the dishwasher will not start, try pressing the start/cancel pad more then once and check if the drain pump started.

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Todd, Which side of the latch assembly, that the wires attach to isn't really as important as the wire attachment locations. The two white wires attach to the terminals on one switch, and the two black wires attach to the terminals of the remaining switch. So both the L1 and Neutral circuits are "broken" when the door is unlatched, and both circuits "close" when the door is closed and latched. Thanks,

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Your model and serial tag should be located inside one of the oven doors on the side, top, or sometimes on the bottom of the door opening.

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Lynn, Unfortunately, the white handle is no longer available for purchase.Only black is offered.

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Tom, the part number for the handle/latch assembly is part number WPW10130695. the visible part of the latch is black, the part that is not visible is white.

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