Washer Repair- Replacing the Lid Switch Assembly (Whirlpool Part# 3949247)

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This particular Lid Switch Assembly is specific to Whirlpool manufactured brands including Admiral, Estate, Inglis, Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper, Maytag, Crosley, Jenn-Air, Hardwick, Magic Chef, Amana, Glenwood, and Caloric. To find an Lid Switch Assembly specific to your model, visit http://www.PartSelect.com

If your washer is having any of these symptoms, then replacing the Lid Switch Assembly could solve your appliance problem.
1) Lid Switch not working/broken Lid Switch screw holes
2) Washer stopping on rinse and spin cycle
3) Washer will not drain
4) Washer will not turn on

PartSelect Part Number: PS350434
Whirlpool OEM Part Number: 3949247

Tools used for this repair/replacement:
1) Philips Screw Driver
2) 5/16 Nut Driver

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[partselect]

@anythinggoesjoe We have a troubleshooting video about why washer’s won’t drain. I’ll direct message you the video’s link – YouTube won’t allow me to post it here. If you need anything else then please let me know.

[oneliph]

Thank you so much. The power of the internet. You just saved me a service call.

[partselect]

@oneliph Isn't the internet a glorious thing? Happy we could help.

[mkhan53]

Thank you, this is exactly what i need to do to fix my machine.

Very nice video and thank you for your help.

[partselect]

@mkhan53 Great to hear that your found our video was so helpful and that you got your washer working again!

[lelemc03]

If the lid switch seperates you also ziptie it shut and reinstall

[partselect]

@lelemc03 Thanks for the tip!

[anythinggoesjoe]

my washer is not draining today , not sure whats wrong

[partselect]

@437thx1138 So glad that this video helped you out so much!

[437thx1138]

Thank you. I have this very model of washer and the switch just went out and I was dreading tearing it down. I could have done it but you saved me much pain and anguish. I would have done it the hard way.

Thanks thanks thanks. You rock.