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Door switch problem top loader

I have a top loader whirlpool washing machine when you shout the lid sometime it won't start you have to slam it or it will stop in mid cycle and you need to slam the door to start it again. i don't have the model no. it is ultimate care II it is only about 3 year old

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  • mriffkin Apr 20, 2009

    My top load washer fills and then stops. It can only be started by slamming the lid and then runs smoothly through the remainder of the washing process.

  • Anonymous Apr 27, 2009

    I have to slam my lid on my washing machine when it fills up. After you slam it, runs fine.

  • cmnielson May 02, 2009

    Washer won't agitate unless you slam the door shut or wiggle the door back and forth . . . getting harder and harder to get it to start. Wanted to post so others know that this seems to be a common problem.

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I fixed mine with a toothpick and a piece tape. Make the tab on the door longer that activates the switch. Try triming the lid bumpers

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