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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairDryer Won't Start? Whirlpool/Kenmore Dryer Repair #3406107
Dryer Won't Start? Whirlpool/Kenmore Dryer Repair #3406107
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$30.10Estimated Savings
$112.5002:23
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door switch on a Whirlpool/Kenmore electric dryer. The most common reasons for replacing the door switch are when the dryer won’t start when the door is closed, won't stop when the door is opened or not starting at all.
All of the information for this door switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Roper, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
All of the information for this door switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Roper, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you've unplugged the appliance before beginning.
2
If your model has a lint screen on top, your first step is to pull out the lint screen and remove the two screws near the opening.
3
Next, insert a putty knife under the front of the main top to release the two spring clips and rotate the top up.
4
If your model has a lint screen located at the door, you'll either insert a putty knife under the control panel to release the two clips or you will detach both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
5
Now rotate the control panel up.
6
Remove the screws securing the main top and slide the top off.
7
You're now ready to replace the door switch.
8
Detach the door switch wire connector, remove the two mounting screws at the door opening, and pull out the old switch.
9
Install the new door switch by inserting it into the front panel and securing it with the mounting screws.
10
Reattach the wire connector.
11
If your model has a lint screen at the door, slide the main top back on and secure it with the screws.
12
Then rotate the control panel down and lock it into place.
13
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
14
If your model has a lint screen on top, rotate the main top back into place and press down on the front to secure the spring clips.
15
Install the two screws at the lint screen opening and replace the lint screen.
16
You're now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the door switch on a Whirlpool/Kenmore electric dryer. The most common reasons for replacing the door switch are when the dryer won’t start when the door is closed, won't stop when the door is opened or not starting at all.
All of the information for this door switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Roper, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
All of the information for this door switch replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid, Roper, Crosley, Estate, Inglis, Amana, Admiral
Tools needed: hex socket, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, putty knife
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, be sure you've unplugged the appliance before beginning.
2
If your model has a lint screen on top, your first step is to pull out the lint screen and remove the two screws near the opening.
3
Next, insert a putty knife under the front of the main top to release the two spring clips and rotate the top up.
4
If your model has a lint screen located at the door, you'll either insert a putty knife under the control panel to release the two clips or you will detach both plastic end caps and remove the screws found underneath.
5
Now rotate the control panel up.
6
Remove the screws securing the main top and slide the top off.
7
You're now ready to replace the door switch.
8
Detach the door switch wire connector, remove the two mounting screws at the door opening, and pull out the old switch.
9
Install the new door switch by inserting it into the front panel and securing it with the mounting screws.
10
Reattach the wire connector.
11
If your model has a lint screen at the door, slide the main top back on and secure it with the screws.
12
Then rotate the control panel down and lock it into place.
13
If applicable, replace the screws and end caps.
14
If your model has a lint screen on top, rotate the main top back into place and press down on the front to secure the spring clips.
15
Install the two screws at the lint screen opening and replace the lint screen.
16
You're now ready to plug the appliance back in to make sure it's functioning properly.
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