Product Details
Genuine Whirlpool part. Whirlpool brands include Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, Kenmore, and others.
See all items in Dryer Latch, Catch, Lock and Washer Latch, Catch, Lock.
Whirlpool also makes various appliance models for Sears / Kenmore.
Cross Reference Information
Part Number WP691581 replaces AP6010584, 691581, 21018, 26000691581, 295998, 296998, 3111, J27-956, LP985, PS11743767.
Description
The Door Switch Lever is an OEM part for Whirlpool dryers. It plays a vital role in ensuring the dryer only operates when the door is securely closed by engaging with the door switch to signal the door's status.
Causes of a bad door switch lever can include normal wear and tear from repeated use, physical damage from accidental impact, or deformation from heat and humidity inside the dryer. A faulty lever can prevent the dryer from starting or stopping correctly.
Symptoms of a bad door switch lever include:
- Dryer not starting
- Dryer stopping mid-cycle
- Door not latching properly
- The dryer continuing to run with the door open
This OEM part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models.
This part fixes the following symptoms
- Won't start
- Doesn't shut off