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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairFrigidaire Washer Won't Spin? Replace Lid Switch #134101800
Frigidaire Washer Won't Spin? Replace Lid Switch #134101800
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- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lid switch assembly (lid lock) on a top-loading Frigidaire washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the lid switch assembly are when the washer lid won’t lock, the washer won’t spin, or the washer won’t spin or agitate.
All of the information for this lid switch assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Crosley, Montgomery Ward, Electrolux
All of the information for this lid switch assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Crosley, Montgomery Ward, Electrolux
Step By Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
To replace the lid lock on your washer, you should first secure the lid with tape.
3
Now insert a putty knife under the main top to release the two spring clips.
4
Lift up the main top and support it.
5
Next, remove the mounting screws to release the old lid lock.
6
Install the new lid lock by positioning it in the main top and securing it with the mounting screws.
7
Now transfer the wires from the old lid lock to the new one.
8
Remove the support lower the main top and snap it into place.
9
Then remove the tape securing the lid.
10
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the lip closes properly.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the lid switch assembly (lid lock) on a top-loading Frigidaire washing machine. The most common reasons for replacing the lid switch assembly are when the washer lid won’t lock, the washer won’t spin, or the washer won’t spin or agitate.
All of the information for this lid switch assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Crosley, Montgomery Ward, Electrolux
All of the information for this lid switch assembly replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Frigidaire, Westinghouse, Kenmore, Universal, Gibson, Kelvinator, Tappan, Crosley, Montgomery Ward, Electrolux
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
As with any repair, you should unplug the appliance before beginning.
2
To replace the lid lock on your washer, you should first secure the lid with tape.
3
Now insert a putty knife under the main top to release the two spring clips.
4
Lift up the main top and support it.
5
Next, remove the mounting screws to release the old lid lock.
6
Install the new lid lock by positioning it in the main top and securing it with the mounting screws.
7
Now transfer the wires from the old lid lock to the new one.
8
Remove the support lower the main top and snap it into place.
9
Then remove the tape securing the lid.
10
You’re now ready to plug the power cord back in and confirm that the lip closes properly.
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