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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Electric Dryer Start Switch Replacement #W10117655
Whirlpool Electric Dryer Start Switch Replacement #W10117655
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$59.47Estimated Savings
$112.5002:12
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the start switch on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the start switch is if the dryer won’t start.
This start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: quarter-inch socket or nut driver, putty knife
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: quarter-inch socket or nut driver, putty knife
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the start switch in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the rear screw securing the control panel.
3
Insert a putty knife under the control panel to release the two spring clips.
4
Pull the panel forward to fully detach.
5
Note the orientation of the starter switch wire connecters then disconnect them.
6
Remove the starter knob.
7
You can now lift up the locking arm and rotate the old switch to remove.
8
Install the new start switch by inserting it into the control panel then rotate until the locking arm snaps into place.
9
Align the knob on the stem of the new switch.
10
Connect the wire connecters to the appropriate terminals.
11
Realign the control panel on the upper rear panel, making sure the tabs are inserted into the slots in the main top.
12
Push the control panel down to snap the spring clips into place.
13
Rethread the rear screw to secure.
14
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the start switch on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the start switch is if the dryer won’t start.
This start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: quarter-inch socket or nut driver, putty knife
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This start switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Magic Chef, Maytag, Roper
Tools needed: quarter-inch socket or nut driver, putty knife
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the start switch in your dryer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the rear screw securing the control panel.
3
Insert a putty knife under the control panel to release the two spring clips.
4
Pull the panel forward to fully detach.
5
Note the orientation of the starter switch wire connecters then disconnect them.
6
Remove the starter knob.
7
You can now lift up the locking arm and rotate the old switch to remove.
8
Install the new start switch by inserting it into the control panel then rotate until the locking arm snaps into place.
9
Align the knob on the stem of the new switch.
10
Connect the wire connecters to the appropriate terminals.
11
Realign the control panel on the upper rear panel, making sure the tabs are inserted into the slots in the main top.
12
Push the control panel down to snap the spring clips into place.
13
Rethread the rear screw to secure.
14
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Start Switch
$59.47
Total$0.00
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