Washing Machine Lid Switch Bypass. However lid lock switches are generally magnetic and must be bypassed differently. It was bought on 21-20-2010. Washer wasnt draining or spinning. The washing machine is going to send a pulse signal to the dc motor or in my case to the 12V lamp to close the lid mechanism.
You will need apply the jumper to whatever colored wiring attaches. How to Test the Water Valve on your Washer - Not F. Locate the lid-switch connector on the top of the washer body under the control panel. Dont forget to hit the SUBSCRIBE and thumbs up buttons. I assumed lid switch bad and so tried to bypass switch. This switch performs the same function but the lid must be locked in place for the machine to wash.
The best way to test the lid switch is with a volt-ohm meter.
Lower the assembly carefully and let it dangle freely from its wire harness at around chest level. How to Bypass a Washing Machine Lid Lock Turn off the washer and unplug the appliance. Instead of buying a new lid switch I simply bypassed it. Whirlpool Washer Lid Switch Bypass Bypassing a direct drive washer lid switch to test washer the washer with the cabinet off for testing purposes only. What wires bypass switch. The lamp will flash like 2 or 3 times simulating the lid closing.