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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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Hello Hosa. You need to check the lock assembly and see if it is bad and not locking. If so, it will cause the issue your having with the unit.

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Hello Dawn, You can remove the main top OR the kick panel to access the back of the main front panel where the door latch is located. If you look at the picture of the part, you can see that one end has a loop made on it. Pull this loop toward the floor and pull on the door to open it.

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David, according to the model number given the door switch assembly WP8182634 is the correct replacement available for your unit. This is a manufacturer replacement part and may differ in appearance but is a functional equivalent to the original. Thanks.

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Ben for Model Number maytag mfw9800tq0

I have been getting a random F11 error for the last few months, All the wires and connections seem fine, but my last load ended during a spin cycle (whole thing rocks and vibrates a great deal) with a F11 and DL error. Now I get a DL error on any start attempt. I hear the door lock and it is locked but the washer keeps trying to lock the door until it errors out. I have read conflicting advice about trying a door lock switch or a cpu. What advice do you give?

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Hello Ben, The door lock mechanism is comprised of more than one switch and a solenoid. You must be aware that if the door is locking but you still get the DL code, the other internal switch that tells the control that the door is closed and locked can be bad. In this case the control does not recognize that the door is closed and the unit will pop the code signifying that the door is not locking. I would replace the door lock assembly WP8182634.

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Ttass, You will want to test the Door lock solenoid from pins 2 to 3 and 3 to 1 and should read 60 ohms on either of them. Then you will want to test the switches. From pin 5 to 4 with the door locked should read 0 ohms as well as pins 2 to 1. If the door does not lock then the door lock is most likely the issue and you would want to replaced. The easiest way to replace the door latch is by removing the spring around the door and pushing the door boot inward so that you can get ahold of the latch.

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David, The part that you would need is the door latch assembly part number DC64-00519B. To replace the switch, the easiest way is to remove the spring round the door opening and release the door boot. Push the boot inward and remove the screws for the switch. This will allow you to pull the switch out the front. Disconnect the wires and connect to the new switch and reinstall.

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Hello A Rich. Open the door and remove the gasket from the front panel. Then fold it inside the tub. Now you can access and replace the door lock assembly on the unit.

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