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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKenmore Washer Water Temperature Selector Switch #WP661615
Kenmore Washer Water Temperature Selector Switch #WP661615
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- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water temperature selector switch on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the switch is if the water temperature is not setting properly.
All of the information for this switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, pliers, 1/4" socket
All of the information for this switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, pliers, 1/4" socket
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the water temperature selector switch in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Detach the two control panel end caps by pulling them off from the top.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the control panel.
4
Remove the water temperature selector knob and lift up the control panel.
5
Disconnect the wire connecter from the water temperature selector switch.
6
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw securing the wire retainer.
7
You can now use a small flat-head screwdriver to help release the locking arm then rotate the old switch to remove.
8
Install the new water temperature selector switch by inserting it into the control panel then rotate to lock it into place.
9
Rethread and tighten the screw to secure the wire retainer.
10
Connect the wire connecter to the switch.
11
Lower the control panel and snap the retaining clips into the slots in the main top.
12
Align the knob on the new switch stem.
13
Rethread and tighten the screws to secure the control panel.
14
Realign the end caps and snap them into place.
15
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the water temperature selector switch on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the switch is if the water temperature is not setting properly.
All of the information for this switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, pliers, 1/4" socket
All of the information for this switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver, flat-head screwdriver, pliers, 1/4" socket
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the water temperature selector switch in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Detach the two control panel end caps by pulling them off from the top.
3
Use a phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two screws securing the control panel.
4
Remove the water temperature selector knob and lift up the control panel.
5
Disconnect the wire connecter from the water temperature selector switch.
6
Use a quarter-inch socket or nut driver to unthread the screw securing the wire retainer.
7
You can now use a small flat-head screwdriver to help release the locking arm then rotate the old switch to remove.
8
Install the new water temperature selector switch by inserting it into the control panel then rotate to lock it into place.
9
Rethread and tighten the screw to secure the wire retainer.
10
Connect the wire connecter to the switch.
11
Lower the control panel and snap the retaining clips into the slots in the main top.
12
Align the knob on the new switch stem.
13
Rethread and tighten the screws to secure the control panel.
14
Realign the end caps and snap them into place.
15
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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