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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairWhirlpool Electric Dryer Door Catch Replacement #WPW10208254
Whirlpool Electric Dryer Door Catch Replacement #WPW10208254
Skill Level
Total Parts Cost
$59.47Estimated Savings
$112.5003:21
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door catch on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the door catch is if it is damaged.
This door catch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This door catch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the dryer door catch be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Open the dryer door and use a t-25 torx bit to unthread the door hinge mounting screws.
3
With the screws unthreaded, lift the door up to detach it from the front panel.
4
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
5
Separate the panels.
6
Use the t-25 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the door catch and cover plate.
7
Remove the old catch.
8
Install the new door catch by positioning it on the inner door panel.
9
Align the cover plate and thread the screws to secure.
10
Realign the inner and outer door panels
11
Replace all of the screws.
12
Insert the hinge tabs into the front panel slots and rethread the screws to secure.
13
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 door catch on a Whirlpool electric dryer. The most common reason for replacing the door catch is if it is damaged.
This door catch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
This door catch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Amana, Maytag
Tools needed: T-25 Torx bit, Phillips-head screwdriver
Don't forget to like and comment on this video and subscribe to our channel!
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the dryer door catch be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Open the dryer door and use a t-25 torx bit to unthread the door hinge mounting screws.
3
With the screws unthreaded, lift the door up to detach it from the front panel.
4
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the screws holding the inner and outer door panels together.
5
Separate the panels.
6
Use the t-25 torx bit to unthread the screws securing the door catch and cover plate.
7
Remove the old catch.
8
Install the new door catch by positioning it on the inner door panel.
9
Align the cover plate and thread the screws to secure.
10
Realign the inner and outer door panels
11
Replace all of the screws.
12
Insert the hinge tabs into the front panel slots and rethread the screws to secure.
13
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your dryer should be ready for use.
Applicable Product Model
Parts Needed
Door Catch
$59.47
Total$0.00
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