This lock secures the appliance's top panel to the front frame for a tight, stable cabinet. Replacing a worn lock restores a solid fit and helps eliminate rattles, gaps, and vibration during operation.
- Locks the top panel to the front panel to keep the top closed and secure
- Helps maintain cabinet alignment and rigidity
- Reduces movement that can cause vibration and rattling/squeaking noises
- Common symptoms: loose or popping top, visible gap at front edge, buzzing or clunking during cycles
What's included: 1 top/front panel lock Install notes:
- Disconnect power before servicing.
- Access the lock at the front edge where the top meets the front panel; remove the old lock and install the new one in the same orientation.
- Reuse original mounting hardware and ensure both sides are evenly aligned.
- Close the top and ensure a secure latch before restoring power.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
After a repair person came to fix my dryer I saw that it wasn’t closed right. I realized that a clamp was missing. I looked it up and found the piece Norma G. • Rancho Cucamonga , CA • December 14, 2018
I ordered the clamp. In a second everything was back to normal!
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