Amana Dryer Door Switch

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Amana dryer door switch.

On most dryers the door switch makes an audible clicking sound when it activates. Below is a video that will show you how to diassemble this dryer so that you can remove the door switch. If the dryer will not start check the thermal fuse before. Amana dryer door switch.

To quickly test the door switch open the dryer door and press the door switch lever. All you need for this repair is a putty knife and a phillips screwdriver. A door switch is a simple on off switch mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open. The dryer door switch recognizes whether the door is open or closed.

Browse our full selection of dryers to find the gas or electric dryer that fits your needs. Amana brand dryers help you keep your clothes looking great for less. The dryer won t start unless the door switch senses that the dryer door is closed. Genuine oem part wpw10237959 rc item 1548433.

Replace the door switch if it doesn t detect door position properly. The door switch sends a signal to the electronic control board to stop the dryer when you open the door. The door switch activates when the dryer door is closed. To determine if the door switch is working try starting you.

If the door switch fails the dryer won t start when the door is closed. This is a front load style dryer made by whirlpool for amana and the knob does not actually need to come off. 3406107 dryer door switch by beaquicy replacement for whirlpool kenmore roper amana crosley dryer replaces 3406109 3 pack 4 9 out of 5 stars 36 8 55 8. The door switch also turns on and off the drum light on amana dryer models with an interior light.

R dryer and then listen for the click if the door switch makes a clicking sound it is probably not defective. When moving into a new home or installing a new dryer you may find the way the dryer door opens makes it inconvenient and awkward to load and unload. Amana dryer start switch. How to change a dryer door from left to right.

Replace the door. To access the door switch you must remove the top panel the control panel the lower front panel and then finally the front panel. This part may need to be replaced if you find that the dryer is not starting will not shut off or the door will not close properly.