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RCA Dryer door won't close/latch
If your RCA dryer door won't close or latch, the most likely problems are a bent or missing door strike, a fouled or broken door catch, or a damaged door latch preventing the strike from engaging. Less obvious but common causes are lint trapped in the lint screen housing that stops the door from seating, a bent hinge that keeps the door from aligning, or a warped door assembly with missing components. Start by inspecting the door strike for visible damage, then check the catch and latch for obstructions or wear, clean the lint trap housing so the screen can fully seat, and look for bent hinges or a damaged door frame. If any part looks worn or broken, replacing the door strike, catch, latch, hinge, or full door assembly will usually fix a dryer door not closing properly. You can enter your model number on RepairClinic.com to find the exact replacement part for your specific dryer and follow our repair guides to get the door latching again.
01 - RCA 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 - RCA 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 - RCA 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 - RCA 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 - RCA 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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