Whirlpool Washing Machine Not Starting - The Lid Or Door Switch

Whirlpool Washing Machine Not Starting - The Lid Or Door Switch
Replacement parts amzn.to/3OB03By - paypal.me/Angeltheapplianceman
Warning: Use the information in this video at your own risk

[@vision1707]

This works! I fixed it this method is fine by me. We do not have small children so no worries.

[@thadmcdonald6729]

This was very helpful. Lid switch broke when I opened l lid to add one last item to a load of laundry. The machine was full of water and this allowed me to finish washcycle. Thanks again.

[@joeyg7446]

That was short and to the point. Thank You...

[@ItzClapzz]

U know its hard to make a jumper wire right?

[@qphotography1]

Thank you for the tip! You saved my day amigo! 👍🏽

[@RaCDK1971]

I just take the positive and negative wires off of the switch and tape them together...voila! (keep the ground screwed to the washer body, shouldn't need to bother it at all, it's usually a green wire. My method avoids all that unscrewing the top panel and trying to move it around. My washroom is quite cramped and the method I made up worked perfectly.

[@mars188]

mine is red blue white so what ones do i wire together here thanks

[@RaCDK1971]

@@mars188 I'm sorry, I can only say what worked for me. I wouldn't want to steer you wrong.

[@mars188]

@@RaCDK1971 old washer i am trying to get going. i know it can be bypassed- they want a 100 bucks for a new lid switch. insane

[@mars188]

@@RaCDK1971 i just want the washer to come on. i am a adult i dont need a locking lid switch.

[@brywool]

Thanks for the video. Question for you- I have replaced my washer's lid switch 3 times now over the past year. Each time, the washer works for a few months, and then I end up replacing the switch. At this point, I'm doing this work around that you have here and going to just leave it. Any idea why multiple switches would continue to fail? The washer gets used at least twice a day, so maybe it's just heavy use? Seems odd for an enclosed switch to continually fail.

[@bobpalmer4740]

ok how do you do this for teh door switch that has 4 wires going to it wtw5640xw0 is the model i need to troubleshoot the machine to see if i have a sid switch or controller. half the manual tests fail but the lid switch test also fails this is the 2nd lid switch on this machine thanks

[@maketaco6683]

how does the switch work? My WTW5300SQO (old machine lol) doesn't have an activator pin anywhere, so does the switch sense pressure or weight or something else?

[@wink1814]

ok so I accidentally jumped the grey wire to the ground. now the washer won't start at all. is there a fuse somewhere?

[@mars188]

my wires red blue white- i like to put a light switch turn it off and on. they want 100 bucks for that switch just awful for a small switch. 3 wire switch red blue white

[@xNecromancerxxx]

So you mean to tell me that all I need to do this is a yumper wire? Gosh, if only I’d have known sooner……….. 🤨

[@danielmorris9894]

For those with four wires...........If you know the sequence of operation of the washer you only need one switch. A simple toggle switch works great. Here's how.
The white and blue wire, connect together on one terminal of the toggle switch, lid closed. The red wire connect to the other terminal on the toggle switch.
Washer sequence, is sensing lid locks, turn toggle on. The next stage is the washer will unlock the lid, the lid lock led will flash, turn toggle switch off. You will then hear a click, turn toggle back on, lid locked. Works great!
Cap the yellow wire you don't need it. I looked everywhere and I tried everything. This really works!!

[@lynch2532]

Worked me, Thank much. Kept me going while I was waiting on the new switch.

[@antmax]

Thanks, this proved invaluable just now. Washed a super heavy oversize kind duvet and it wouldn't drain or after the initial agitation cycle. Ordered a new switch and then found this. Took 7 minutes without moving the washer and having cramped space to work in. Drain and spin worked a treat.
I can finish this laundry and whatever else comes along while I wait for the new switch to arrive. It's raining out and my dogs are using their reusable pee pads so I really appreciate your help lol.

[@theapplianceman]

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[@damdavis7689]

L2lll

[@gabrielark6353]

@@theapplianceman I tried that but it still didn't do anything. The washer filled with water and reached its full level and it didn't agitate or will not drain or spin. Do you know what it could be or have a video about it?

[@gabrielark6353]

@@theapplianceman it's the old style whirlpool with the same safety switch position but older style control board

[@bobhaddock957]

maytag neptune TL .... FAV6800AWW ...would like to know how to replace the bearing and seal on the outer tub (plastic) thanks

[@sean13]

Thanks! Can I do this as an alternative to replacing the broken door latch (I'm a capable adult and live alone..no children, etc..). Thanks! The washer agitates but does not spin now.

[@brandonbrown2307]

Please what about the one with four wires

[@shaneama1982]

For a quick TEMPORARY fix until you receive your new lid switch, and testing only! you can use what's called a vampire tap easily found at auto parts stores to bridge the white and grey wires. Caution: the drum and agitator will continue to spin with lid open, not safe. Applies to almost any safety switch but
this is for test of switch only! Also wrap vampire tap joint thoroughly with electrical tape. If you are unsure DO NOT do it.

[@marikiemarie7622]

This is a good fix period. Unless you have children you don't supervise and or they aren't very bright and play with washers

[@blazingcello13]

Too much work, pass.

[@Kuromii3]

Lazy ass nigga get a repair man😂

[@MrDragn3]

@@Kuromii3 Lmfao! Best answer EVER

[@marikiemarie7622]

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[@blazingcello13]

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