Amana Dryer Door Switch

The dryer door switch recognizes whether the door is open or closed.

Amana dryer door switch.

To access the door switch you must remove the top panel the control panel the lower front panel and then finally the front panel. The dryer won t start unless the door switch senses that the dryer door is closed. Genuine oem part wpw10237959 rc item 1548433. Push to start relay switch.

Amana dryer door switch. If the dryer drum light stays on the door switch is faulty. 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. To determine if the door switch is working try starting you.

The door switch also turns on and off the drum light on amana dryer models with an interior light. On most dryers the door switch makes an audible clicking sound when it activates. How to change a dryer door from left to right. Item added to the compare list you can find it at the end of this page.

Below is a video that will show you how to diassemble this dryer so that you can remove the door switch. Browse our full selection of dryers to find the gas or electric dryer that fits your needs. Replace the door. Replace the door switch if it doesn t detect door position properly.

If the door switch fails the dryer won t start when the door is closed. Amana dryer start switch. R dryer and then listen for the click if the door switch makes a clicking sound it is probably not defective. A door switch is a simple on off switch mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open.

The door switch activates when the dryer door is closed. The door switch sends a signal to the electronic control board to stop the dryer when you open the door. Genuine oem part wp3398094 rc item 527426. Amana brand dryers help you keep your clothes looking great for less.

This is a front load style dryer made by whirlpool for amana and the knob does not actually need to come off. 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.