Customer Questions and Answers for Door Strike by Whirlpool

This replacement door strike provides the solid catch point the latch/lock grabs so the appliance recognizes the door or lid is closed and can run safely. A worn, bent, or broken strike can interrupt operation. What it does

• Forms the fixed catch for the door/lid latch or lock
• Helps actuate the interlock/safety switch so a cycle can start
• Misalignment or damage can keep the door from latching and stop cycles
• Common symptoms: door/lid won't latch or stay closed, unit won't start, "Door/Lid" or "Lock" message, needing to hold the door shut, visible cracks or wear on the strike

• 1 strike

• Disconnect power to the appliance before servicing
• Open the door/lid and remove the mounting screws securing the old strike; retain hardware if it is reused
• Position the new strike in the same orientation and tighten screws snugly; avoid over-tightening to prevent damage
• Close and open the door/lid to confirm smooth latch engagement, then run a brief test cycle