I have a Whirlpool top load clothes washer, LS8543JQ1. I think that I need to replace the switch, lid. A chat tech has already given me the part number AP3100003
So far, I have removed the top control panel with 2 screws and released the back panel by taking out the 2 copper colored “S” shaped springs.
I would like to know how to raise the top panel of the washer? I tried to slide the whole lid panel horizontally forward. It does not budge. Is this the correct thing to try or is there some other means of my getting into the top to unplug the wires?
Your diagram of the top and cabinet show a spring clip. Part 4. To release them you pry the top up from the front till it springs out. Should be one on each front corner.
Sounds like your heating element is the problem. The heating element gets brittle after all those years of service and can weaken or break or short out against the frame.
Check it out.
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Sounds like your heating element is the problem. The heating element gets brittle after all those years of service and can weaken or break or short out against the frame.
Check it out.
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Wanted you to know that I do get some heat but not too much. I was told that if there was some heat then the element must be working. Is that true?
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Low heat can be caused by a number of problems. If the element is weak or partially shorted that can be a problem, and I suggested you check it first because it is easy to do and if it is not the problem you can rule it out. Our objective here is to not spend money until you have to.
It may be that your airflow is blocked, but in that case your heat inside the dryer would be very high and the cabinet would get very hot and that does not sound like what you have.
If your heatng element is ok, your operating thermostat may be a problem in that it is shutting off too quicky, but to test that you will need to replace it. There can also be a problem in your timer or heat selection switch. Try different cycles and see if the problem is consistent.
If you need more info let us know the results of doing the above, and check your model number as I cannot get it to come up and thus limited in what I can advise.
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I will check those things. Thank you for the guidance. It has been very helpful.