Whirlpool MFW 9600S, MFW 9700S manual Heating Element Temperature Sensor, Door LOCK/SWITCH Assembly

Models: MFW 9600S MFW 9700S

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HEATING ELEMENT &

TEMPERATURE SENSOR

A heating element is used to increase the water temperature during certain wash cycles. The temperature sensor is used with the heater to monitor water temperature in the tub.

Heating Element

Temperature

Sensor

DOOR LOCK/SWITCH ASSEMBLY

The Door Lock/Switch Assembly is located on the right side of the door opening.

Door Switch

Door Lock

Switches

The assembly contains a solenoid operated latching mechanism that will electrically lock the door during a wash cycle.

Door Switch

Door Lock

Switches

 

INTERLOCK SWITCHES

The front and rear interlock switches are lo- cated immediately behind the toe and rear panels of the washer. The switches provide a grounding circuit to the drive motor and heating element when either panel is removed for servicing.

Rear Interlock Switch

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Whirlpool MFW 9600S, MFW 9700S manual Heating Element Temperature Sensor, Door LOCK/SWITCH Assembly, Interlock Switches