Whirlpool MED / GD 9700S, MED / GD 9600S manual Removing the Door Switch

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REMOVING THE DOOR SWITCH

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

1.Unplug dryer or disconnect power.

2.Turn off gas supply to dryer.

3.Pull the dryer away from the wall and remove the top cover (see steps 4 and 5 on page 4-2 for the procedure).

4.Remove the console (see page 4-4 for the procedure). Tip the console back and lay it on a padded surface.

5.Push the wire holder out of the chassis hole.

6.Press a screwdriver blade against the locking arms on each side of the door switch, (from behind the cutout), and push the switch and wiring harness out.

Screwdriver

Removal

Wire Holder

Door Switch

Brown Wire

(N.C.)

Blue Wire

White Wire (N.O.) (COM)

4-6

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