Whirlpool Dryer; washer/dryer combo Dryer wire connector 3936144, Fixes Dryer may not start because of a damaged or loose door-switch connector
Genuine Whirlpool connector used in the dryer door-switch electrical circuit; also described in parts catalogs as a dryer terminal connector or 3-circuit connector.
Confirm your full appliance model number before ordering.
Is This the Right Part?
Common Symptoms
- Intermittent operation associated with a loose or damaged door-switch connector
- Dryer will not start when the connector or its terminals are damaged
Check Before Replacing
- Disconnect power and inspect the connector, terminals, and adjacent wiring for looseness, overheating, corrosion, or visible damage.
- Verify that the connector is fully seated and that its terminals are not pushed back or deformed.
- If qualified to perform electrical testing, check continuity through the door-switch circuit according to the appliance wiring diagram.
Pro Tip
Part Details
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before servicing the connector or door-switch wiring.
- Photograph and label the wiring before disconnecting the original connector.
- Use the appliance wiring diagram to confirm terminal placement; do not force a connector into a mismatched socket.
Verified Compatible Models
110.C82822101, 885453, KENMORE 110.60012000, KENMORE 110.60012001, KENMORE 110.60012002, KENMORE 110.60052991, KENMORE 110.60056991, KENMORE 110.60072991, KENMORE 110.60092991, KENMORE 110.60094991, KENMORE 110.60096991, KENMORE 110.62822101, KENMORE 110.69422801, KENMORE 110.69822801, KENMORE 110.82822101, KENMORE 110.82822102, KENMORE 110.84832201, YGEW9250PW1, YWED5200VQ1, YWED8300SW2, YWED9500TU0, WGD9400SU0, YWED8300SW0
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
Buy Online Pick Up In-Store
Kitchener, Ontario N2E 1W8
All brand names are the property of their respective owners and are used for compatibility reference only.
