This captures the steps to repair a Kenmore 80 series washer with a bad lid switch.
Kenmore washing machine repair lid switch. 0055 Install the new lid switch. Removed plastic caps on end of control panel Removed two screws holding control panel slide forward slightly Fliped controls back. Three sided of the lower cover lift over and removed from the washer frame.
The switch can be b. Use this access to pull the entire trailing lid switch and lock assembly from the washer cabinet. Put the lid back down and plug the washing machine back into the electrical outlet.
Remove the Entire Lid Switch Assembly. The lid switch indicates to the washing machine when it is safe to proceed to the next cycle particularly when that cycle is possibly hazardous such as the agitate or spin cycle. Order replacement part WP8318084 and replace the malfunctioning part.
When your appliance doesnt think the lid is properly shut it wont start the next step in the washing cycle. Locate the retaining tabs andor screws that hold the top horizontal panel down. 0027 Remove the cabinet.
0143 Restore the power. Access to the lid switch and wire retainers was. 4 rows Replacing the Lid Switch in a Direct-Drive Washer Kenmore Open the control console.
Whirlpool 3949237 Lid Switch httpamznto2je9YiuAlways unplug your washing machine before you begin working on it. Disconnected the electic connection to the wires leading to the lid switch. HQRP Washer Lid Switch with Metal Shield Replacement Compatible with Whirlpool Sears Kenmore 3949238 WP3949238 AP3100001 PS350431 547222 AH350431 Plus HQRP Coaster.