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Kelvinator Dryer door won't close/latch
If your Kelvinator dryer door won't close or latch, the cause is usually a worn or bent door strike that no longer fits into the door catch. Next check the door catch itself for damage or lint and clear any obstruction, then inspect the door latch assembly for broken or stuck parts. A clogged lint trap housing can also keep the screen from seating fully and prevent the door from closing, so clean the lint pocket thoroughly. Less commonly, a bent hinge or a damaged door assembly will stop the door from latching and may require replacing the hinge or the entire door. These are straightforward fixes you can handle with basic tools: clean and test first, then replace the strike, catch, latch, hinge, or door assembly if parts are cracked or bent. To get the right replacement part for your exact model, enter your model number on RepairClinic.com and we’ll show parts that fit your dryer and the step-by-step guidance to install them.
01 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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 - Kelvinator 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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