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Whirlpool & Maytag 9.2 Cu. Ft. Steam Dryer
COMPONENT TESTING
For Service Technician Use Only
TEST #7: Door Switch
NOTE:
Refer to strip circuit below to diagnose the door switch.
Functionality is verified when opening the door turns on the
drum light. Closing the door should turn off the drum light.
If the preceding conditions are not met:
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Remove console to access the machine electronics.
3. Check that the wires between the door switch and ACU
are connected. (Refer to wiring diagrams on pages 3-4 and
3-5.)
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If the connections are good, replace the wire and door
switch assembly and retest.
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If wire and door switch assembly have been replaced
and dryer still does not start, replace the ACU.
4. Reassemble all parts and panels.
5. Plug in dryer or reconnect power.
6. Verify that the dryer will start with the door closed, and
that it stops when the door opens.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before servicing.
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
DOOR SWITCH STRIP CIRCUIT
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DOOR SWITCH
DOOR SWITCH CIRCUIT
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ACU
J8-4
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LBU
T
BU
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DOOR SENSE
J8-3
NEUTRAL
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Figure 1 - Door Switch Strip Circuit
