Whirlpool Duet Washer Door Switch Test

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Whirlpool duet washer door switch test.

A whirlpool duet washer uses a water pressure switch to determine how much water to let into the tub. Whirlpool duet door lock main switches to check the door lock main switches the door must be locked. Disconnect them from the terminals. Find the wires leading to the terminals of the switch.

To test the switch for continuity use a multimeter also called a volt ohm meter set at ohms x 1. Whirlpool duet washer door will not unlock. 0ω when door is closed and open circuit when door is open at dcs3 1 to dcs3 3 2. Power on off disconnect power etc.

The door lock solenoid locks the washer door. After a high speed spin with an unbalanced load in the tub the washer door came ajar no flood thank goodness. 4 6 out of 5 stars 210. This usually means disengaging a plug but if the wires are connected to the terminals by other means label them for position before disconnecting them.

Free shipping on your first order shipped by amazon. I determined the door switch assembly had to be replaced. The door switch was in a permanent locked position even though the door was open. Reach up along the inside of the front and locate the bottom of the door switch lock unit.

1 16 of 413 results for whirlpool washer door switch ultra durable 3949247 washer lid switch replacement part for whirlpool kenmore washer replaces 3949237 3949239 3949240 3949247. The door switch tells the duet control if the door is open. Door latch assembly wpw10253483 ap6017910 made by whirlpool. You will hear the door lock solenoid engage.

My repair advice. Gently pull the tab down about a 1 4 inch or until a click is heard. Located on the bottom of the door switch lock unit is a tear drop shaped tab. Read manuel did diagnostic test found that it was the door latch system.

When the control display says sud or f1 you will need to test the pressure switch to ensure that it is working properly. The switch also detects issues with oversudsing or overfilling. The ohmmeter is the tool for this job.