Roper Washing Machine Lid Switch Bypass. This video is intended to give you the general idea of the part replacement procedure. Locate the retaining tabs andor screws that hold the top horizontal panel down. How to Bypass a Washing Machine Lid Lock Turn off the washer and unplug the appliance. Turn on the appliance and lift the lid.
Locate the retaining tabs andor screws that hold the top horizontal panel down. Look for the lid lock switch on the underside of the top panel and where it fits into the appliance. Locate the lid-switch connector on the top of the washer body under the control panel. Can you tell me how to replace the switch or connect the wires get a new lid. Wiring Schematic for Whirlpool Washer Example Electrical Wiring. I assumed lid switch bad and so tried to bypass switch.
Lower the assembly carefully and let it dangle freely from its wire harness at around chest level.
It doesnt work on the red white and blue wired whirlpool it does send a lock signal but the washer wont do anything. You have to lift the top of the case that the lid is attached to and pull the lock mechanism off. The best way to test the lid switch is with a volt-ohm meter. This video is intended to give you the general idea of the part replacement procedure. How to Bypass a Washing Machine Lid Lock. If the appliance turns off youll have to lift the lid again and reposition the magnet.