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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Dishwasher Door Switch Actuator Replacement #8524471
Whirlpool Dishwasher Door Switch Actuator Replacement #8524471
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$51.61Estimated Savings
$112.5003:04
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door switch actuator on a Whirlpool dishwasher. The most common reasons for replacing the door switch actuator are when the dishwasher continues to run when the dishwasher door is open or won’t run when the door is closed.
All of the information for this door switch actuator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Amana, Ikea, Estate, Magic Chef, Inglis, Jenn Air, Crosley, Roper
Tools needed: multi-screwdriver, T-15 Torx, 3/16 socket
All of the information for this door switch actuator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Amana, Ikea, Estate, Magic Chef, Inglis, Jenn Air, Crosley, Roper
Tools needed: multi-screwdriver, T-15 Torx, 3/16 socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure to turn off the power to your dishwasher before beginning.
2
To replace the door switch actuator, your first step is to open the dishwasher door and remove the screws securing the outer door panel.
3
With the screws removed, pull the panel down then lift it up and out.
4
Next, remove the screws securing the control panel.
5
Pull the panel off.
6
Release the door switch wires from the retaining clip and remove the screw securing the switch.
7
Lift the switch out of the door latch then pull the door latch tabs back to release the assembly.
8
Detach the door handle and pull out the old door switch actuator.
9
Install the new door switch actuator by aligning it in the latch assembly and snapping it into place.
10
Reposition the door handle.
11
Realign the latch assembly on the control panel and snap it into place.
12
Insert the door switch in the assembly and replace the screw.
13
Secure the switch wires under the retaining clip.
14
Realign the control panel and replace the screws to secure.
15
Reinstall the outer door panel by first aligning it on the door hinges then slide the panel up and reinstall the screws in the inner panel to secure.
16
You’re now ready to restore power to the dishwasher and confirm that it’s working properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door switch actuator on a Whirlpool dishwasher. The most common reasons for replacing the door switch actuator are when the dishwasher continues to run when the dishwasher door is open or won’t run when the door is closed.
All of the information for this door switch actuator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Amana, Ikea, Estate, Magic Chef, Inglis, Jenn Air, Crosley, Roper
Tools needed: multi-screwdriver, T-15 Torx, 3/16 socket
All of the information for this door switch actuator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Amana, Ikea, Estate, Magic Chef, Inglis, Jenn Air, Crosley, Roper
Tools needed: multi-screwdriver, T-15 Torx, 3/16 socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure to turn off the power to your dishwasher before beginning.
2
To replace the door switch actuator, your first step is to open the dishwasher door and remove the screws securing the outer door panel.
3
With the screws removed, pull the panel down then lift it up and out.
4
Next, remove the screws securing the control panel.
5
Pull the panel off.
6
Release the door switch wires from the retaining clip and remove the screw securing the switch.
7
Lift the switch out of the door latch then pull the door latch tabs back to release the assembly.
8
Detach the door handle and pull out the old door switch actuator.
9
Install the new door switch actuator by aligning it in the latch assembly and snapping it into place.
10
Reposition the door handle.
11
Realign the latch assembly on the control panel and snap it into place.
12
Insert the door switch in the assembly and replace the screw.
13
Secure the switch wires under the retaining clip.
14
Realign the control panel and replace the screws to secure.
15
Reinstall the outer door panel by first aligning it on the door hinges then slide the panel up and reinstall the screws in the inner panel to secure.
16
You’re now ready to restore power to the dishwasher and confirm that it’s working properly.
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