{"id":3914,"date":"2026-06-17T16:53:19","date_gmt":"2026-06-17T14:53:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/crewshop.sa\/?post_type=product&#038;p=3914"},"modified":"2026-07-22T11:58:18","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T09:58:18","slug":"whirlpool-wp8318084-lid-switch","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/crewshop.sa\/en\/shop\/accessories\/whirlpool-wp8318084-lid-switch\/","title":{"rendered":"Whirlpool WP8318084 Lid Switch"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 data-path-to-node=\"0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Technical specifications:\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Part type:<\/b> Mechanical\/Electrical Safety Switch (Safety Interlock Switch).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Technical function:<\/b> Acts as a condition sensor for the washing machine cover; cuts off the spin cycle (Spin) power if the cover is open as a safety measure, and allows full operation when the cover is tightly closed.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Mechanism of action:<\/b> It has a mechanical arm that connects to the tongue of the cover, and an internal switch (Micro-switch) that closes or opens the electrical circuit based on the position of the arm.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"1,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"1,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Compatibility:<\/b> Used in most Whirlpool range top load washers (Kenmore, KitchenAid, Roper).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"><b data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">How to use and maintain<\/b><\/h3>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"4\"><b data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">1. When should I replace?<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"5\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">The spinning has stopped:<\/b> If the washing machine is washing but stops completely when it reaches the squeezing or draining stage, this is a strong indication that the switch is damaged.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Full stop:<\/b> in some models, if the switch does not detect that the cover is closed, the washing machine will not start any operation at all.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"5,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Continuity check:<\/b> use the \"multimeter\" (Multimeter) to test both ends. \"continuity\" should appear when the key button is pressed (closed mode), and not if left (open mode).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"6\"><b data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">2. Installation instructions:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul data-path-to-node=\"7\">\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Safety:<\/b> <b data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"15\">completely disconnect the power<\/b> about the washing machine before starting.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Key access:<\/b> access to this piece often requires unscrewing the top panel (Console) of the washing machine. The clips (Clips) that secure the front or top panel are released using a flat screwdriver.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Replacement:<\/b> After arrival, disconnect the electrical plug (Wiring Harness) and loosen the mounting screw. 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