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Customer Questions and Answers for Door Switch Assembly by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18035460
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8182634

The Door Switch Assembly is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This assembly detects whether the washer door is open or closed, allowing the machine to start or stop the washing cycle accordingly.

Causes of a bad door switch assembly can include wear and tear from frequent use, damage from forceful closing of the door, or electrical issues. A malfunctioning switch can prevent the washer from recognizing a closed door, thus hindering the start of the wash cycle or causing it to stop unexpectedly.

Symptoms of a bad Door Switch Assembly include:

  • Washer not starting or stopping mid-cycle
  • Error codes indicating door issues
  • Washer not spinning or agitating
  • Door lock mechanism not engaging or disengaging properly

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

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For Whirlpool Door Switch Assembly (Part Number: OEM18035460)

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Jim, You will want to check the wiring between the door lock assembly and the control board. If the wiring checks ok then the issue will be a faulty Central control board WP8182664.

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Hello James. Take the top off the washer and slide it back. Now, you can reach down and pull the tab on the bottom of the lock assembly to unlock the door. Make sure the power is unplugged before doing this. Thanks.

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Ed, At the bottom of the latch there is a pull tab, if you pull the tab and use a screwdriver you may be able to get the part back forward. If not then the door switch will need to be replaced.

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Andy, You will want to pull the tech sheet and put the unit into a diagnostics cycle and see if there are any stored error codes. If there are you will reference the tech sheet as to what the code is and the procedures of checks. This could be a door lock issue or a communication issue.

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Pena, You will want to check to see if there is power going to the water valve. If the water valve does not energize then the unit will not fill and will not operate. If there is power then you will want to check the water supply to make sure that it is turned on and if it is then the water valve is faulty.

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NM, You will want to check the user interface to make sure that the tab for the start button is not broken. If this checks ok then you will want to test the door lock assembly. If the tab on the back side of the start button is broken then you would need to replace the user interface.

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Ann, With the display not lighting up would most likely be caused by a faulty main control board.

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Hello Michael, The fault code F11 indicates: Communication between the Central Control Unit (CCU) and the Motor Control Unit (MCU) cannot be sent correctly. Possible Causes / Procedure 1. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Check wire harness connections to the MCU, the motor, and Central Control Unit (CCU). 3. Check the drive system for any worn or failed components. 4. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 5. Verify CCU operation by running a Diagnostic test or any cycle. 6. Check the MCU by looking for operations of the drive motor. 7. Check the drive motor for powered rotations. 8. Check that the serial harness at the MCU is not mounted upside down. The wires should be to the left when facing the MCU connectors.

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