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Montgomery Wards Dryer door won't close/latch
If your dryer door won't close or latch, start by checking the door strike — a bent or missing strike is the most common cause and must seat cleanly in the catch for the door to lock. Next check the door catch itself for damage or debris that can block the strike, then inspect the door latch for broken or jammed components. A clogged lint screen housing can also stop the door from closing all the way, so clean the lint trap and the housing slots. Less often the hinge is bent or the entire door assembly is warped or missing pieces, which will require replacement. These checks are straightforward: look for obvious bends, feel for resistance when closing the door, and clear any lint or foreign objects before pulling a part. If a part is worn or broken, RepairClinic carries the exact dryer door strike, catch, latch, hinge, and door assemblies you need. Enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to see parts that fit your dryer and get back to safe, reliable operation quickly.
01 - Montgomery Wards Dryer Door Strike
The dryer door strike should cleanly insert into the door catch to secure the door for dryer operation. If the strike is bent or missing, the door will not be able to latch properly. Inspect the strike for any damage and replace if necessary.
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02 - Montgomery Wards Dryer Door Catch
The dryer door catch is the part that the door strike inserted into to secure the door for dryer operation. If the dryer won't latch properly, inspect the catch for an obstruction and clean out if necessary. If the catch appears damaged, the catch should be replaced with a new one.
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03 - Montgomery Wards Dryer Door Latch
The door latch which secures the dryer door for operation may be damaged or obstructed, preventing the door from latching properly. Clean any obstruction as necessary. If the latch appears damaged, the latch should be replaced with a new one.
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04 - Lint trap obstructing door
If the lint screen housing is not cleaned out periodically the slots in the housing can become clogged with lint, keeping it from sliding in all the way. Make sure the slots in the housing are clean so the lint screen can be fully inserted and not prevent the door from closing.
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05 - Montgomery Wards Dryer Door Hinge
If a dryer door hinge is bent or damaged, the door may not be able to latch properly. Inspect the hinges for any damage and replace if necessary.
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06 - Montgomery Wards Dryer Door Assembly
If the dryer door assembly is bent, damaged, or missing components such as the door strike, it will not be able to latch properly. Inspect the door assembly for any damaged or missing parts and replace the assembly with a new one if it's not in good condition.
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