This part is used to start the dryer once you have selected a setting on the timer.
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Replacing your Whirlpool Dryer Push-to-Start Switch
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This part works with the following products:
Dryer, Washer Dryer Combo.
Part# WP3398095 replaces these:
AP6008358, 3398095
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Jason C - July 7, 2021
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Easy repair, great part. Worked as expected!
Easy repair, great part. Worked as expected!
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Mary Lou G - December 15, 2020
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Easy Repair
We found a video online that showed exactly how to install this part. Easy order, arrived within a couple days and the cost was competitive.
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Kim R - August 29, 2019
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Part did the trick...5 min. fix
The part was easy to install...5 min. Unfortunately, the delivery took 12 days.
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Mary G - June 12, 2019
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Easy to replace
The part was very easy to put in. Unfortunately, it was not my problem. Had to get a thermal fuse too. Now all is great!! Switch is working like its suppose to.
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Steve B - December 4, 2018
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The repair was easy. The part fit and worked great. The installation video was very helpful.
The part was just what I needed. It came quickly and installation was a breeze thanks to the video on the website.
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Vinay K - October 29, 2018
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Easy to replace
Took less than 15 mins for a non-professional.
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Linda M - August 19, 2018
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Good working part, excellent condition.
Part was easy to install. Came in 6 days.
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Rene P - June 27, 2018
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It wasn't the problem.But yes thanks or your service
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Cynthia P - June 14, 2018
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Wrong part needed
Part took a week to get here when cite said two days. Part was ok but i need a different one. Sending part back to get refund.
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Linette I - March 8, 2018
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Wrong Part
When I received the part, it was the incorrect part. I opened the package, compared it to the part I was replacing and realized I had ordered the wrong part. The part was NEVER installed. I returned the part and PartSelect will not refund my money or return the part. I will NEVER shop with them again. Very poor customer service! If I could have left a "0" Star Rating, I would have!!!
July 5, 2018
We apologize that you did not have a good experience with our company. We have emailed you in hopes of perhaps rectifying this issue with you. Thank you for your patience.
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Average Repair Rating: 4.4 / 5.0, 8 reviews.
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Will not start at all
Followed the videos and it was simple. For me, the videos take all of the anxiety out of the job.
Ultimately it was the motor that failed, but replacing the start relay and thermal fuse was a simple task
Followed the repair video for changing out switch. Easy process.
Allen from ARDEN, NC
Difficulty Level:
Very Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver
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Steven from POMONA, NY
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Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
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The dryer would not turn on.
Disconnect the dryer from the outlet. Removed the upper back plate from the dryer with a 1\4 inch nutdriver. Removed the knob from the start switch. Disconnected the electrical connections from the back of the switch. Rotated the switch slightly clockwise to release the locking tab and removed the switch.
... Read more>To install the switch place the switch tab slightly to the right of the tab insert. Rotate the switch assembly counter clockwise until the locking tab locks in place. Reconnect the electrical connectors. Reinstall the back plate on the dryer Reinstall the knob onto the switch. Reconnect the dryer to the wall. The video on your website was extremely helpful. The is one of the best self help web sites I have ever used.
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Steve from DOTHAN, AL
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Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver
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Dryer would not start. However, there was a humming throughout while plugged in.
Very easy to access all 3 parts. Was using YouTube in conjunction with video installation. Bypassed door ajar switch which is readily available via video online.. You do need to cut wires near switch end but does not affect the other side that plugs into factory connector. I figured if it works I'll just order a new one. However, it was f
... Read moreine. Very simple to test almost all other parts if you have a volt meter to check resistance. There was too many prongs to test pushbutton start switch so I ordered one and a thermostat. Parts arrived in a few days. I also ordered a new door ajar switch incase one of the other reasonably priced parts fixed it. I first replaced the push start switch which was very easy. It did not fix my issue. So I than replaced the thermostat. Even though it was very uncommon to fail according to the %of people having that as a cure, it fixed mine. So since the start switch was not returnable because I opened bag and installed it, I left it in and saved the old one. Since it was fixed I went ahead and replaced the door ajar switch instead of leaving it Bypassed. All in all...took no more than 1 1/2 hours and that includes testing everything opening up everything and putting everything back together. Very easy.
It was as easy as 123 took off old part reconnected the wires put the srews on put the cover back and my dryer is working like new again thank you PartSelect for making my life a little easyer Anna Lavergne
Anna from Spring Hill, FL
Difficulty Level:
Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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defective switch
unplug dryer pull off switch knob remove two screws at corners of control unit pull unit toward you to remove flip over and remove panel unscrew switch then twist switch to remove from face on control unit holding new switch next to old, remove wires from old switch and insert onto new switch place new
... Read moreswitch on control unit face and twist into position Install screws replace panel, flip back over position control unit and slide back to lock in place screw in corners replace switch knob plug in dryer test switch
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Vincent from Pipersville, PA
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Really Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
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Replace bad timer
opened the back of the control panel, removed the timer. Looked for damage, saw none but replaced because it was not working. The wirers did not match up extact. But enough matched the wire and terminal code that the two left attached to the two remaining. After it was plugged back in and tryed it worked!
Robert from Largo, FL
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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Terry
February 26, 2018
With the dryer plugged in and the switch and timer turned to on the dryer does not work. I hear a humming noise from the console and then i open the dryer door. The humming noise stops and then starts again when i close the dryer door. Does this prove that the door ajar switch is working as it should? I have tested the thermal fuses and they work fine.
For model number LEC7848DZ0
Hi Terry,
Thank you for your question. If the dryer is not working, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which ones are causing the issue. You will need to check the thermal fuse, the internal bias thermostat, the drive motor with pulley, the dryer door actuator spring/lever, the push-to-start switch, the door catch and the lid switch. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Shawn
May 30, 2019
The dryer quit starting. I can hit the switch and i hear it click but no start. Sounds like the start switch is working but it will not start. The timer works as well. Any thoughts?
For model number WED5550SQ0
Hello Shawn, thank you for inquiring. For this symptom you will want to consider either the Thermal Fuse part PS11741460, the 3 Wire Door Switch part PS11741701, or the Internal-Bias Thermostat part PS11741405. We hope this helps.
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William
October 1, 2019
Where does spring go on the inside of the on and off switch?
Hello William, That is a good question but unfortunately, we do not currently have installation instructions for the internal parts of the switch. For more specialized assistance or to speak with someone about this, I would suggest calling the manufacturer of the appliance directly. Hope this helps!
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Jeff Cooper
March 29, 2019
Could you tell me which terminals actually supply power to this one solenoid and which one is ground
For model number 3398095
Hi Jeff,
Thank you for your question. There is a video on our website listed with the part that you can reference on how to install it. The video is listed just under the photograph of the part and it should show you how to connect the wires. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!
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Mary
May 27, 2019
My switch that went out also buzzed when the cycle was done. Will this replacement switch still have it buzz?
For model number LER6611LQ0
Hello Mary, thank you for your question. The buzzer is a separate part. It is PartSelect Number: PS11743788. If the start switch is the only part that has failed, the buzzer will not have to be replaced. I hope this helps!
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Hector
October 11, 2022
How can I know if the start switch is what's wrong with the dryer?
For model number WED5200VQ0
Hi Hector, thank you for contacting us. Check the push-to-start switch, part number PS11741493, for damages or burnouts. If there are none, do a continuity test using a multimeter. The resistance value should be close to 0 for a working infinity switch. Please submit a new question if you have any follow-ups.
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Paul Wu
January 30, 2018
Timer stuck at cooling down(20min) and will not shut off. Also, when manual shut off switch is pressed, the dryer will not turn off. It does turn on with manual press button. The dryer does turn off when the door is opened. It does have heat and works fine. Replaced the following and still the same problem: Thermostat, internal-bias
Part number: Wp3387134
Found in: Bulkhead parts (see item #9) thermal fuse
Part number: Wp3392519
Found in: Bulkhead parts (see item #7)
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Part number: 279834
Found in: 8318272 burner assembly (see item #13) 8318272 burner assembly (see item #14) paul
For model number WGD5510VQ1
Hello Paul, thank you for your question. If the thermostat and internal-bias has been replaced I would suggest replacing the timer in the unit. I hope this helps!
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Robert
April 18, 2023
My dryer does not start. I checked the push to start switch with my VOM. I get continuity when I connect to the top and bottom terminals and zero current when I connect the middle terminal and either the top or bottom terminal. Is my push to start switch working properly? If it is what else should I check? Thanks
For model number LER7646JQ0
Hello Robert, thank you for reaching out. We have found that if you touch the common terminal and the open terminal and the meter reading shows zero ohms of resistance, the switch has continuity. If the needle does not move or the digital display does not change significantly, there is no continuity, which means the switch is defective. If the push-to-start switch is showing continuity, then we would recommend checking the door switch, part number PS11741701, to fix the issue. We hope this sorts out your problem!
I have a Roper dryer. Dryer was going opened the door to throw another shirt in and would start back. The push to start button does not click anymore. Do you think that is the problem and does part # 3398095 work for this dryer? Thank you
For model number RES7745RQ0
Hello Ryan,
Thank you for your question. Our sources suggest replacing the dryer thermal fuse under part PS11741460 for your model to fix the dryer issues. We hope this helps.
my dryer will not start. i do have power coming into dryer. when it was working it would not cut off when you open the door.
For model number wed5100vq0
Hello Frank, Thank you for your inquiry. We have researched the model you have provided and we would recommend checking the following parts to fix your issue: the thermal fuse, the door switch, the thermal cut off kit, the drive motor and the push to start switch. You can test the parts with a multimeter. If you are unfamiliar with how a multimeter functions, we have videos available to assist you. Good luck with your repair.
