Frigidaire Dishwasher Door Latch Test

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Frigidaire dishwasher door latch test.

The door latch has four places for the four wires on the dishwasher 2 with blk and 2 with white wires. Replace fuse or reset breaker. Frigidaire dishwasher won t latch. The series includes cooktops wall ovens and microwaves freestanding ranges refrigerators freezers disposers hood vents under counter dishwashers and small appliances.

1 dishwasher door latch the dishwasher door latch has 2 purposes. The lock latch pulls the door tight and keeps it closed so no water leaks. Look beneath your frigidaire dishwasher to find the door springs attached to the bottom frame on each side of the dishwasher door. If the door hinges are damaged the door won t be able to latch properly.

I have a frigidaire dishwasher mdl xxxxx i have the part nnn nn nnnn a door latch. Replace latch wiring and screws. Used torx wrench to remove 6 screws holding door control panel. This prong comes in contact with and activates the door switch when the door is closed.

If the dishwasher lock latch is out of alignment reposition it and try to shut the door. The frigidaire gallery dishwasher is part of a collection of appliances that the decades old u s. Step 4 mark the holes in the dishwasher frame with a marker where the door springs attach. Manufacturer makes for the kitchen in matching colors.

To test the switch you need to find its location by looking at the type of latch used and where it s placed on the door. Use a flashlight to help you find the springs. Perhaps the prong on the inside of your dishwasher is missing or damaged leaving it incapable of activating the door switch. Remove 2 latch mounting screws.

Detach the latch wiring 2 pieces from rest of control panel i used pliers to grip the casings. Remove the bottom of the springs from the dishwasher frame. The first thing you need to do when working at a dishwasher door is to turn off the water supply as the water will spray out the minute it is started. Repair took under 10 minutes.

The lock latch also pushes in the safety switch so the dishwasher knows the door is closed. Repair or replace wire fasteners at dishwasher junction box. Step 1 test. Enter model number to search for the required part specific to your product.

Touch pad circuit defective. Before you test the door switch examine the prong attached to the inside of your dishwasher tub. Door latch not making contact with door switch 8.