{"product_id":"whirlpool-dryer-door-switch-wpw10237959","title":"Whirlpool Dryer Door Switch WPW10237959 – OEM Replacement (Replaces W10237959, 3406109, 3406107)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.hero-banner{position:relative;background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgba(0,0,0,0.82) 60%,rgba(0,0,0,0.45) 100%),url('https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/4444444444444444.png?v=1777040489') center\/cover no-repeat;padding:36px 32px;border-radius:8px;margin:0 0 28px 0;color:#fff;}\n.hero-banner h2{margin:0 0 6px 0;font-size:1.55em;font-weight:900;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.hero-banner .label{display:inline-block;background:#c8a400;color:#000;font-size:0.72em;font-weight:800;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:1px;padding:3px 10px;border-radius:3px;margin-bottom:12px;}\n.hero-specs{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:14px;}\n.hero-specs span{background:rgba(255,255,255,0.13);border:1px solid rgba(255,255,255,0.25);border-radius:4px;padding:5px 13px;font-size:0.82em;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:0.3px;}\n.pro-tip{background:#1a1a2e;border-left:4px solid #c8a400;padding:16px 20px;border-radius:6px;margin:24px 0;color:#f0f0f0;font-size:0.95em;line-height:1.6;}\n.pro-tip strong{color:#c8a400;}\n.upsell-box{background:#ffecd1;border-left:4px solid #ff9800;padding:14px 18px;margin:20px 0;border-radius:6px;}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-banner\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"label\"\u003eGenuine OEM Replacement Part\u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhirlpool Dryer Door Switch WPW10237959 – OEM Replacement (Replaces W10237959, 3406109, 3406107)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"hero-specs\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003ePart# WPW10237959\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces W10237959\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eReplaces 3406109\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Whirlpool\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003eFits Maytag\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003cspan\u003e120V AC\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch1\u003eWhirlpool Dryer Won’t Start or Runs With Door Open? Door Switch WPW10237959 – Fix Safety Switch Failure Fast\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA dryer that won’t start, stops immediately after starting, or runs with the door open almost always has a failed door switch.\u003c\/strong\u003e In most Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, and Amana dryers, the door switch is the safety interlock that signals the control board when the door is closed — when it fails open, the dryer won’t start at all; when it fails closed, the drum may run with the door open, creating a safety hazard. When it fails, no other component will cause the dryer to start regardless of settings. \u003cstrong\u003e⚡ The door switch is the first component to test on any Whirlpool-platform dryer that won’t start.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePart WPW10237959\u003c\/strong\u003e is the genuine OEM 120V AC door switch that restores safe start operation immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e❓ Is This the Right Part?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the correct fix if ALL of the following are true:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ Your dryer is a Whirlpool, Maytag, Kenmore, Amana, Crosley, or Roper model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ The dryer has power — display or indicator lights are on\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ The thermal fuse tests good — continuity confirmed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ The door latch is intact — door closes and latches fully\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e✔ ONLY problem is dryer won’t start, stops immediately, or runs with door open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eSend us your model number\u003c\/a\u003e — we’ll confirm before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e🔧 Common Symptoms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer won’t start at all — no response when start button pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer starts then stops immediately — switch losing contact under vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer drum running with door open — switch failed in closed position\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDryer requires multiple attempts to start — intermittent switch contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAudible click missing when door closes — actuator button broken or stuck\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDoor error code displayed on control panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ If these symptoms match, this is the most likely failed component in the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ In most cases, replacing the door switch restores normal start operation immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e📦 Part Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e WPW10237959\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dryer Door Switch — Safety Interlock Switch, 120V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM direct-fit door switch — supersedes W10237959, 3406109, 3406107, 3406100 (no modification required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrands:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whirlpool, Maytag, Amana, Kenmore, Crosley, Roper, Admiral, Magic Chef\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"upsell-box\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Recommended While Repairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  Inspect the door latch and strike while the switch is out — a worn latch that doesn’t fully depress the switch actuator will cause the new switch to fail intermittently within weeks. If the latch shows wear or the actuator button isn’t being fully depressed, replace the latch at the same time.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚙️ Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: Easy — 20–30 min DIY.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug the dryer before beginning any service. Open the dryer door and locate the door switch in the door frame — disconnect the wire harness connector and remove the single mounting screw. Photograph the wire connections before disconnecting. Install the new switch in the same orientation, reconnect the harness, and reinstall the mounting screw. Close the door and restore power — test that the dryer starts normally and stops when the door is opened mid-cycle to confirm the safety function is working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e💡 Pro Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n  \u003cstrong\u003eTest the Old Switch With a Multimeter Before Ordering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n  A door switch should show continuity (closed circuit) when the actuator button is depressed and open circuit when released — test across the terminals with a multimeter in continuity mode. If the switch tests good electrically but the dryer still won’t start, the thermal fuse or start relay is the more likely culprit. Confirming the switch is actually failed before ordering saves a return and gets you to the correct repair faster.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRelated repair guides and model hubs: \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-door-switch-wpw10237959\"\u003eWhirlpool Dryer Door Switch WPW10237959\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-wont-start\"\u003eWhirlpool Dryer Won’t Start\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/whirlpool-dryer-parts\"\u003eWhirlpool Dryer Parts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/maytag-dryer-parts\"\u003eMaytag Dryer Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"XPart Supply Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"OEM","offer_id":52181938340129,"sku":"WPW10237959","price":67.36,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Used","offer_id":52181938372897,"sku":"WPW10237959","price":29.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7783\/2225\/files\/vendor--black-switch-with-white-wires.png?v=1751995314","url":"https:\/\/xpartsupply.com\/products\/whirlpool-dryer-door-switch-wpw10237959","provider":"XPart Supply Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}