Quick & Easy Whirlpool Washer Lid Switch Defeat

Originally recorded September 2, 2017.
The owner of this machine was enthralled to know that the lid switch could be defeated. This way an extra item or two could be thrown in without stopping the washer, and she can also see how the wash is doing at any time, without holding up the cycle.
Very simple, open the control panel, find the 3 connector plug. DO NOT USE THE GREEN WIRE, leave it attached. Cut the other two wires. On the wires coming from the control panel, strip the insulation, twist them together, wire nut, and electrical tape. Solder and heat shrink tubing is also acceptable and in fact preferred.
If your washer has a lid lock, a play/pause button, or different color wires, this will not work. If you ask me if it will work anyway, I will publicly humiliate you in the comments.

[@alanparkinson320]

Bravo! Saved me a remodel of my laundry room to replace the unit just like the one in the video. (The space BARELY fits the current 15 year old units and while I could afford a brand new set, they are all wider and I would have to take out a wall to fit them in). Hopefully this fix buys me a few more years! THANK YOU!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome! It'll buy you way more than a few years, that machine can last forever and it's simple to fix if something goes wrong, and parts are inexpensive. I have many other repair videos on these types of washers, so in the rare event you do have a problem, you know who to go to!

[@petulantfrenzy5532]

A year of frustration is over. Took longer to find my wire stripper than to do the job. Plugged it back in and hot damn it fired back up. You are my hero today. Thanks.

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear! Happy washing!

[@ferrarista27]

I wanted to thank you about this fix. Worked like a charm on my Kitchenaid. The washer was stopping mid-cycle. Now its back running again. Happy 2020!

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear, thanks for watching! Happy New Year!

[@mattkidroske]

My washer was filling but not agitating and I was so frustrated, but this totally worked! Thank you so much. Took 3 minutes.

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear!

[@kaystone777]

Worked like a charm for me! I wasn't even sure if the lid switch was the problem because I don't have a ohm-meter or whatever. Too fancy. But the load of laundry stopped mid-cycle, and it would add more water but wouldn't spin. I read that the lid switch is a common culprit so I will get the part online. I'm a mom to a 5 month old and I needed to be able to do laundry NOW!

[@jaykay18]

Glad I was able to help out! Multimeters aren't expensive, Harbor Freight often has coupons giving them away free with purchase--go in, buy a pack of batteries you can always use, and get a free meter. More than plenty enough for simple testing like this.

[@davidbasore4750]

This video saved me, we where doing laundry tonight before a big trip and the washer just stopped, I did this and now we will be able to have all our laundry done in time for the trip. Thank you

[@jaykay18]

Glad I could help!

[@pirateorona92]

I know this is from 2 years ago, but you just saved me from having to buy a whole new washer! I bought and installed 2 new lid switches thinking it was faulty parts.. but no it was the darn connector and by bypassing it, it works again! We have had this washer in the family since my parents bought it new over 20 years ago!

[@jaykay18]

Excellent! Keep that machine running at ANY cost--you cannot buy another washer out there that can do anywhere near as good of a job!

[@All-Those-Rosenbergers]

What is the washer model, please? We want to see if we can find one. We have a large family and need something reliable and easy to fix

[@FixitWithFoxy]

Where is the connector you are referring to? Please give me a step by step i can try- if you have the time! Tia!

[@pirateorona92]

@@FixitWithFoxy this was 3 years ago... I no longer have that washer. But it's under the front panel... There should be 2 clipped in trim pieces on the front side. You take those off and there's screws underneath those.. there's a couple screws on the back if I remember correctly, but if I were you def look up other videos on how to open the control module then come back to this video

[@alcapwnlol]

Thanks man. After reading reviews on replacement switches, I decided to just save myself the time and do this. Wishing I never actually removed the old switch at this point! Good video.

[@jaykay18]

Thanks Kevin!

[@jordanscoffman]

@@jaykay18 my parents have this same washing machine. I just replaced the lid latch switch and the lid will still open mid cycle. What would be your next step?

[@jordanscoffman]

Model #110.29522800 Kenmore

[@simonwallace4719]

Excellent! My grandmother's whirlpool machine that I acquired lives on. I don't need to go and find a replacement machine or spend anything on my current one!

[@jaykay18]

You SHOULD replace the lid switch, it's cheap. This job was done because the owner asked for it to be, not because the switch failed. On my own personal machines, I put a switch in so I could have the lid switch operate properly, or have it always disabled.

[@jayewalking662]

Thank you! After a week of trying to figure out my machine, this took just a couple minutes and it works!!

[@jaykay18]

No problem Jaye!

[@leatherneck7476]

@@jaykay18 My wires are red, white and blue? Suggestions?

[@jaykay18]

@@leatherneck7476 Read the description. LIKE YOU SHOULD DO FOR EVERY VIDEO.

[@tinamuro7936]

Omg I fixed my machine. I did exactly what you showed. I previously did a different way and it caught fire and melted part of the black adapter. With electrical tape. I used an electrical cap to the Grey and white wire. Omg you saved me so much money. Thank you thank you for showing exactly what to do. I am sooooo happy.

[@jaykay18]

Those wires are carrying the full current of the motor, so they have to be good, solid connections.

[@toddcastille530]

Thank you so much! My washer stopped mid cycle. Did this bypass, it worked. I was getting ready to go out and buy a new one.

[@jaykay18]

Don't ever do that Todd, you'll never get another washer that works as good as this one! You can find a replacement lid switch online pretty cheap if you were interested in replacing it.

[@woezacardoza5659]

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[@jeffogden6060]

I was about to order the OEM part for $39, then the knock-off for $9. Yours is an even better solution. Simple, well explained, perfect. Brilliant, thanks! Read several comments. Do you ever get tired of the red, white, and blue wire questions? 😉

[@jaykay18]

Thanks Jeff! Yes, I sure do get tired of them. Thank you for reading through the comments, often there is a wealth of information and questions that have already been asked, that have been answered. I have many other videos of these types of machines, including several repair videos. In case you ever need them, you'll know where to look first!

[@kickasbutterfly]

Where'd you see the OEM part for $39?

[@jeffogden6060]

@@kickasbutterfly Parts direct

[@andrewbresette9323]

Thanks for posting this, I was just getting ready throw in the towel and go get another washer. You were clear on the instructions and right to the point.

[@jaykay18]

Thanks. Point is, you CAN'T get another washer, at least not one that works like this. Doing that would have been the worst decision you've made.

[@karenk469]

Thank you! Just did this to the machine I picked up for my shop. You explained it very well, took me longer to get the panel open than to snip and wrap up the wires!

[@jaykay18]

Thanks Karen!

[@lhuncho5284]

Shout out to you. Got this same washer had it for 10 years now and because of you it will last longer Thank you

[@jaykay18]

You're very welcome. It will last for way longer than 10 more years. Never get rid of it, fix it at any expense, you will never be able to buy another one because they stopped making them. I have other repair videos, and if you don't find one of mine, there are many others out there. Parts are cheap and plentiful, yet the machines rarely break.

[@Don-sx5xv]

THANKS BROTHER, YOU HAVE MADE MY DAY. HONESTLY WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU HEARD OF A SMALL CHILD CLIMBING UP THE SIDE OF A WASHER AND GOING FOR A DIP WHEN ITS RUNNING.

[@jaykay18]

Thanks. great question. Though I am surprised that in this day and age, we don't hear of it more, because parents don't watch their kids anymore.

[@dyaneth21cubana]

Thank you so much, can't afford a washer right now and this video was a blessing.

[@jaykay18]

Sure, no problem.

[@user-ss5si5co4h]

Thank you 😊...I was going nuts trying to figure out what is going on. I'm glad that you posted this because IT'S SAVING MONEY 💰 FOR A 10 MINUTE FIX...THANKS AGAIN.

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@stephencarlisle8132]

Thanks! I replaced this switch a few years ago and it started to go again. Now I don't have to worry about it.

[@jaykay18]

Sure, no problem!

[@fish3359]

You are THE MAN !!!! Fixed washer in 5 minutes.

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear Marlon!

[@44556613able]

My washer went down yesterday...timing is bad as we are still on lockdown in Michigan. I followed the steps with minimal tools and corrected. I am the least handy dude around by the way. Thank you very much

[@jaykay18]

You're very welcome!

[@734smyth]

Thanks for letting me at least finish the load without bailing water. This will buy us some time on these old appliances. Now the wife gets to pick out a new washer and dryer. :-)

[@jaykay18]

Make that smiley face a frown face--there are NO washing machines on the market, at any price, that can do as good of a job as what you have. Fix what you have at any price, believe me, you'll end up being really sorry if you replace it. Not to mention, it won't last anywhere near as long as this machine. I have two of these "direct drive" Whirlpool machines, one is 11 years old and the other is 26 years old. I've replaced ONE part on the older one, a $6 part called the agitator dogs, and I have a video on how to change that. Also I have replaced the timer on this machine in this video, and a motor coupler on another one. They're easy to work on, parts are cheap and plentiful. Trust me. If you don't want to and pick out a new set, tell me how bad it is.

[@marikiemarie7622]

Why would you need to get a new set? The newer they are...the worse they are.

[@salify313]

3 minutes just saved me 300 dollars. You are very much appreciated!

[@jaykay18]

Thank you!

[@mesa50go]

Love the video. Took me 20 years to realize that you shouldn't twist the wires individually if you are using a wire nut. The bare loose strands grip much better and mesh better, creating a better electrical joint. Thank you!

[@jaykay18]

Thanks. I've had mixed results both ways, and have found that for me, twisting them usually works better.

[@bolodontv]

All the way from Jamaica just wanna say thanks for your video it left me to fix my washer I did exactly the same thing you did an it's works like new thanks a lot for your help

[@jaykay18]

Glad I could help

[@LaneyandherGermanShepherds]

You have saved my life thank you ! I fixed mine !! God bless you!

[@jaykay18]

Great, glad to hear!

[@kev6589]

Just wanted to say thanks! I made a jumper to try on the connector first before I made the cut and it was the culprit! Thanks again!!!!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome!

[@susankramer7767]

Husband said THANK YOU! This was simple and easy!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome!

[@dualactionsurgilator]

Jay I used this trick today to fix a Kenmore washer that would not complete the cycles. I also replaced the timer as only one cycle worked.

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear!

[@cowboybassplayer6083]

Thanks for the video man. I JUST replaced the timer on our washer about a month ago, and then it was on again, off again working. We'd open the lid and shut it again, and it would work for a couple minutes and then cut back out. It was driving my wife and I nuts, and we didn't really WANT to go buy a new washer and dryer after JUST spending $160 for the timer. Figured it was the switch, saw this video, and voila! Works like a charm. Thank you!

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear Bruce!

[@P.S.009]

Fixed my problem and saved me a lot of trouble.👍Thxs

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear!

[@omarnvd]

Thank you! Fast and easy!👍🏻

[@jaykay18]

Yep, just like the title says!

[@2463anup]

This suggestion works, saved me the hassle/expense of buying a new washer

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear!

[@marcwcassidy]

Thank you Jay. You saved us!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome!

[@ericnelson1397]

Thanks for the video. Worked like a charm.

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@nicolenelson5763]

Hey Jay, great video! My washer stopped draining/spinning. Inspected the switch and it was for sure bad. The connector and switch had melted together. Is this a common problem? What would cause them to melt together like that?

[@jaykay18]

I have seen that happen before. Generally, a bad connection, corroded metal contacts, or moisture can cause that. A bad connection causes heat, heat causes plastic to melt.

[@dawolfman5548]

Thanks for the info because slamming the lid was working but stopped now I don’t have to worry about that situation 💙

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@user-eh6te4kq3j]

I'm so please with your video. Thank you for helping me fix my machine, greatly appeciated!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@edwintroyer7106]

Boom you did it, and i repeated your process on mine and it works. Thanks

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@jamesminton91]

im so glad your here ! so i hsve an 2005 whirlpool cabrio platnum the fella down the road said i cabt disconnect my lid lock !! i accidently broke off the tab to lock it ...im hoping to disconnect please advise ..

[@jaykay18]

No way to do it, you have to replace the broken piece.

[@jamesminton91]

@@jaykay18 ok i sure do Thank you

[@jaykay18]

@@jamesminton91 No problem, best of luck.

[@faithvillarreal8379]

How can I bypass the Lid Magnetic Locking Switch on a Kenmore, the wire colors are white for neutral, red for lock switch, blue for Lid switch input and yellow for switch solenoid

[@jaykay18]

You can't. That's computer controlled, and it's looking for a certain signal. Best I can tell you is remove the latch piece from the lid itself, and stick it where the machine wants it to be when the lid is closed.

[@jdburns1384]

Idk

[@jerrywilliams4519]

Excellent video...good job!

[@jaykay18]

Thanks Jerry!

[@yoimcalvinable]

Thank you for this video; I tried shorting the black and white leaving the green intact but it still doesn't work. It is a whirlpool washer and dryer combo; do you have any recommendations? Many thanks. *I saw your additional humiliation clause; I have traced the latch assembly wires from the panels onwards; at this point I just want to drain the tub and get a new machine. Is there any other way to drain the washer than the 'hose' in the bottom? Many thanks.

[@jaykay18]

You mentioned "latch assembly". If this machine you have will latch the lid closed while washing or spinning, you're completely out of luck.

[@kimberlydaniels1781]

Bypassed correctly Can I connect the other two that are connected to switch to remove switch completely?

[@jaykay18]

You can replace the switch, that's the proper fix.

[@kimberlymonaghan2598]

Thank you so much for this tutorial! You are a lifesaver!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@inkfeist9581]

The one wire in the connector to my lid switch burned the plastic on the connector and lid switch. It oddly still works but I was hoping to replace the wires and lid switch but I'm having trouble finding replacements, mainly for the wires. Is this a safe alternative to replacing them?

[@jaykay18]

Replacement parts for these machines are cheap and plentiful. Finding the actual wire connector, that's a different story. What is depicted in this video is at your own risk.

[@elsieshaffer]

Thank You I Hate my washer and now you made it Better

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@user-wh1vi6of6m]

I'm ready to try this, but my wires are red, white and blue going into the panel in that order. Not sure which 2 on this are tied together.

[@jaykay18]

If you were truly ready, you would have read the video description, and not commented.

[@wipefeetnmat]

Hey man. I have a Whirlpool LSR8010PQ0 and the middle contact of the switch melted. I tried your method and the washer won't run, after about 60 seconds of waiting for it to do anything I smelled something melting so I unplugged the washer. The two wires felt warm to the touch but not hot enough to melt.

[@jaykay18]

It's possible you have a bad motor, or bad capacitor. That's causing the excess current condition.

[@barbarareece3255]

I have a Kenmore 100 and the lock switch is out can I do the wires like u did in this video one blue one white and red and which wires do I do

[@jaykay18]

You don't. Actually, you can't; the computer prevents you from fooling it. The only course of action is to waste money on repairing that piece of junk. When Whirlpool changed their design to belt-drive, like what you have, along with it came the lid lock, a circuit board, and all kinds of sensors that are there to prevent you from completing a load of laundry. Look in a used appliance shop for the kind of washer you or your mother used to have; a Whirlpool direct drive, something no later than 2007. And don't worry about it being an older model; they are very robust and rarely break. If they do, the repair is quick and easy, parts are cheap and readily available.

[@chanzeizchozen1372]

I seen this video on the washer lid lock bypass and I’m trying to do it myself on a Whirlpool mode, i ran into an issue though, the three wires you have are green white and black and the three that I have are dark blue white and red I’m not sure which ones to put together and cap off. I’m assuming dark blue and red are pos and neg and white is ground or neutral ?

[@jaykay18]

Read the video description.

[@katarinagarcia2106]

Would this work on a MVWC300BW0 ? My Maytag washer turns on, fills up at start but once it’s ready to spin and detect load size, the lid lock light blinks and makes a clicking sound over and over like if it is trying to lock but won’t! What could be the problem ?

[@jaykay18]

Without my even having to look that up, no. Lid lock machines have to be repaired properly, there's no fooling them. What's the problem? The washer is a piece of junk is what the problem is. No kidding either.

[@kaylasmith2386]

Great and very helpful video. I do have a question, what if I don’t have the little green piece you put on the end of the wires? Is it something else you can use?

[@jaykay18]

You can solder the wires and use heat-shrink tubing, but that requires skill. Do not substitute, the full current of the machine is passing through these wires. If they short out you're going to have a very big problem. You need wire nuts. Home improvement stores sell them.

[@leeannarose6384]

Hey, did you get the answer to that question? I'm wondering if I can just use electrical tape

[@richieortiz5]

Have a GE washer that refused to spin/drain and is working after watching this video, thanks! Question, ended up clipping all three by mistake and the green (assuming it's the ground) is hanging freely. Should this wire be grounded somehow? Not sure what to do.

[@jaykay18]

Generally, green is ground. You can possibly reconnect it from where you clipped it off. If you can't because it was clipped too close, lesson learned for next time--always leave a little slack. Quite honestly, since the machine is otherwise working, it should be fine. The top has metal-to-metal contact somewhere else so it will remain grounded.

[@adenlove9207]

Great Video and highly appreciated However, question to be raised my Waching machine when I lift the Lid its stopped but when release the Lid again the Machine does not started and you can't hear any clicking, please advise, B.Regards

[@jaykay18]

With a model number of the machine, I can research it a little further. But these lid switches have been known to go bad in such a way as you explained. Replacing or disabling it may solve the problem.

[@HugoStiglitz609]

This video is very helpful. I think it’s pointing me in the right direction. My model is a whirlpool WTW4800BQ0. my lid lock has four wires coming from the control board. Red white blue and yellow. Any idea how I could bypass this lid lock on my model?

[@jaykay18]

Yes, there are two things you can do: 1. Throw out the machine. OR 2. Buy the parts that you need to fix it. That's it. There's no fooling a machine like that with a lid lock, if it's broken, there's no way to bypass it. A machine like I showed has no computers in it, it's strict point-to-point wiring like wall outlets in your house.

[@HugoStiglitz609]

@@jaykay18 I appreciate the prompt reply. They have the entire lid lock mechanism for $50 was just trying to see if I could avoid it. Thanks again!

[@jaykay18]

@@HugoStiglitz609 No problem, best of luck in your repair.

[@lifeofvvjay5981]

Thank you very helpful video just fixed mine!

[@jaykay18]

Great to hear, thanks for watching!

[@keithlucas6260]

We just used a wire bread tie to jump the contacts in the wire loom connector. Just stripped enough of the wire on each end to fold it twice and push it in the back end of each connector, #1 & #3.

[@jaykay18]

A bread tie? I'd expect wire that thin to melt immediately. If I'm not connecting wires directly together, I use a minimum of 14 AWG.

[@keithlucas6260]

@@jaykay18 ....I'm a certified electrician and the circuit goes into connecting a transistor on a circuit board....that new part is $90 bucks, and on Amazon $130. When it eventually gets replaced after this Christmas, your fix has to be undone, mine just gets removed. My son-in-law needed a quick fix, and I told him to Google it.

[@jaykay18]

@@keithlucas6260 He must have a different machine. There are NO circuit boards in this washer at all, it's all done with mechanical switches and timers.

[@keithlucas6260]

@@jaykay18 ...yep the wires are 1\8 aw which are basically the same size as that bread tie with thicker plastic. My son-in-law didn't unplug the machine and just pushed the wires in hot, got shocked and shorted the board. I usually use one of those blue tag connectors that come with trailer wire kits to tie into the wireloom. I cut out the end stop on the one side making it easy to just bypass without all the hassle of cutting, stripping and wire nutting the ends plus figuring out where to fasten it to with an added wire tie....looks neater as well as un-doable.

[@jaykay18]

@@keithlucas6260 I had no need to undo this modification. I find that wire-nutting provides for a much more positive connection. Preferably I'd solder and heat-shrink.

[@troyleong7412]

I am looking to buy a new washer....and was wondering if I could do this on the following washing machine: The GE GTW465ASNWW????? Is there a way to tell which machine you can do this to? Thanks so much Jay!!!!!!

[@jaykay18]

That washer is garbage. As is every other washer on the market today. The only exception is Speed Queen, the "classic" model that's new for 2019. The general rule of thumb for doing this mod is that if the washer has a lid lock of any kind, it's not going to work. Otherwise, I have no way of knowing which washer this will work on and which one it won't. It depends on what they're actually doing with the lid switch. Sometimes there are sensors and other BS that prevents further modification.

[@blondechineez1545]

@jaykay18 you RoCk my friend. I can't thank you enough for this. This happens to be my second repair ever on a washer and I'm soooo stoked to do it with your instructions! Mahalo nui loa!

[@jaykay18]

You're very welcome!

[@gregoryerbic4667]

Oh, dang. It worked. Thanks man!

[@jaykay18]

Sure thing!

[@diodesDankessAndDives]

I have a whirlpool wtw5000w2 top load washer Mine latch cables are red, white and blue.

[@jaykay18]

Simple, read the description.

[@TheShy94]

I would like attempt this on mine is it the lid lock and lid switch wires you want to split? We have a WTW5000DW1 and do you cut the wires in the back or up under the lid?

[@jaykay18]

Try reading the description before you ask stupid questions that have already been answered. Congratulations, you wasted both of our time!

[@sammartinez7549]

thank you for the video it saved me some money

[@jaykay18]

No problem Sam!

[@johnshannon6521]

How we have a whirlpool wtw 4915 ew will this work on ours thank you for your help great video

[@jaykay18]

Thanks, but no, it won't work. You have a Playskool washer, you have to fix what's wrong, or just replace it with an old school one from a used appliance shop.

[@johnshannon6521]

Thank you JK for your quick response

[@jaykay18]

No problem, wish I had better news.

[@user-ic1pm6uo7w]

Great Video thanks!....By the way, her fire alarm battery is low.. I heard the chirp

[@jaykay18]

Yeah, no kidding. It was driving me nuts when I was there! Chances are good that battery went dead completely and hasn't been replaced.

[@user-ic1pm6uo7w]

@@jaykay18 they probably though it was a cricket

[@jaykay18]

Probably not far from the truth.

[@wrestling1998]

I have a whirlpool ultimate care ii washer model number LSQ9030PQ1.. I did some research and it says to try the lid switch. ( fills up with water, then stops) I bought the new part put it in, still nothing. Can I cut the wires like you did on my machine for it to bypass the lid switch and wash my clothes?

[@jaykay18]

It's pretty rare that a new switch is defective, but not unheard of. Unplug the connector, and make yourself a jumper wire and jump the pins before you go cutting any wires. Best to use a piece of wire like from a piece of Romex, 14 gauge. If you don't have that handy, for a _quick_ test, and I mean *quick*, you can unbend a paper clip. Chances are very good that if it works that paper clip will get VERY hot so be careful. If it doesn't work still, you could be looking at a bad timer. Try a different cycle, like delicates. You also didn't mention if it drains or if the motor makes any noise at all, I'm assuming it doesn't. If all of that's good, then likely you're looking at a bad motor. Sometimes the capacitor on them goes bad, but you'd hear a hum or something, which again, you didn't mention so I'm assuming not.

[@vidswsuds4879]

Thank you sir. Much appreciated. The part was 10 bucks online. 28 at a local store. To me it's just 1 more thing to break (as it did). I'm good with bypassing it. The repair cost me nothing. Back in business now. thanks.

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome!

[@dellscatering975]

Hello Jay, I have a Whirlpool Energy Saver wtw4900bw1. Do you think this fix would work. Seems easy enough to just bypass a lid lock. Thanks in advance for the reply!

[@jaykay18]

That's a Playskool washer with a lid lock and a belt drive. Everything's computer controlled, and without that lid lock and switch working properly, the washer wants to be brought to the curb so it can be recycled into more Playskool junk, that will break in short order. You need to fix the actual problem, and that means parts, maybe even sensors or circuit boards.

[@GregoryJohnston77]

Will this work on the whirlpool cabrio washer lid lock? Is this what you was doing? I was under the impression you cannot bypass the lid locks. My lid lock went out so my washer wont even start. Parts are cheap it's just cant wash anything until they arrive and it takes weeks to get anything in bfe Arkansas

[@jaykay18]

Is there a reason you can't read the description or the other comments? Nobody is going to come and fix your washer for you, just like I'm not spoon feeding the answer.

[@rojames8048]

I have a newer kenmore 200 series and my wires are red whit and blue. Will this work and which wires do I use?

[@jaykay18]

That's a Playskool washer with a lid lock and a belt drive. Everything's computer controlled, and without that lid lock and switch working properly, the washer wants to be brought to the curb so it can be recycled into more Playskool junk, that will break in short order. You need to fix the actual problem, and that means parts, maybe even sensors or circuit boards.

[@jesercueva]

Hi Jay. I took apart my washer and instead of grey white and green I have blue white and red. I would appreciate if you helped me out to figure out which two to splice. Thanx

[@jaykay18]

There is more to a video than just the video. There's the description. OFTENTIMES, THE DESCRIPTION WILL CONTAIN VITAL INFORMATION THAT WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE VIDEO. *ALWAYS* READ THE VIDEO DESCRIPTION!!!!!!!!!!!

[@jesercueva]

@@jaykay18 I cut the blue and white wires, left the red wire as is,washer is workin perfectly once again. I won't thank you for your reply, I will thank you very much for your video. Have a great one, Jay.

[@sandralyons8959]

@@jesercueva did you put the blue and white wire together

[@berryhij1]

Thank you! My washer is working now!

[@jaykay18]

You're welcome.

[@berryhij1]

@@jaykay18 This video was much easier and to the point than the others. I'm a disabled Veteran and can't afford a repairman or a new washer. I can't tell you how much I appreciate this video.

[@jaykay18]

Thanks very much. I can't tell you how much I appreciate your service!

[@berryhij1]

@@jaykay18 My pleasure. Thank you for your support.

[@mariojuano7753]

So what if mine has no g wire at all. I have rd, wt, bl, yel. In that order lft to rt

[@jaykay18]

To me, it sounds like you ought to read the video description.

[@rodolfogomez382]

Do you know why the lid switch is overload and heating, the tree wires plug can't be removed? I have cut and bypass the lid swich, this trouble can be fix with the lid switch replace?

[@jaykay18]

Probably a bad connection in the connector to the switch. Sometimes water can get in there and cause corrosion, which will make a bad connection. Bad connections can overheat. You can try replacing the switch, but if it happens again, you'll need to replace the switch and the connector on the wire.

[@krsp7288]

Many people don't know to keep their kids out of washing machines. Sad times. Great video, thanks

[@jaykay18]

Indeed you are correct! You're welcome.

[@joevara2600]

Hi, will this fix work on a Maytag Bravos MVWX655DWO washing machine? Thank you for any information.

[@jaykay18]

Sorry, that's an HE junk machine. Too many sensors on that thing to make sure it doesn't take any more than 12 ounces of water, there's no way twisting a couple wires together could fool it. And based on what I've searched with that model number, it's only a few years old, so it shouldn't have broken in the first place.

[@MrLsutiger216]

I just tried this. Now when I try to turn on the machine it makes a humming sound, it wasn’t making any sounds before. Is it possible I did something wrong?

[@jaykay18]

If it the same or similar machine? Do you have the model number?

[@Lunazerina]

I want to try this for my washer but I don’t have wire strippers or the little cover for the wires . Would I just be able to use electrical tape to cover the exposed wires ?

[@jaykay18]

For a test, you're better off unplugging the connector and probing that with a short piece of 14 gauge wire. If you don't have any wire, you can use 2 paper clips together in tandem, bent into shape--FOR NO MORE THAN A SECOND, they cannot carry the current needed and will get hot! Don't even THINK about touching the exposed stuff, and keep it away from the machine, in other words, hold the wire behind the connector in the air. Get some wire nuts, you can get them at a hardware store for a couple bucks. No strippers, a pocket knife can work in a pinch but it'll be a sloppy job. Strippers are a couple of bucks as well.

[@leeannarose6384]

I have that same question right now

[@_WELDR_]

Will this work on the WTW8500dc Cabrio top load it has more wires and tons of relays ? Thank you just let me know

[@jaykay18]

Nope, that's got sensors and computers and all kinds of a crazy cockamamie system. There's no fooling it or any kind of workaround, you have to fix what's broken.

[@_WELDR_]

jaykay18 thank you for the fast response

[@jaykay18]

No problem, just wish I had better news for you!

[@justwanderer2179]

Sir i have a whirlpool top load commercial washing machine, i have 4 wires red,blue, yellow, white, which one should i top to bypass?

[@jaykay18]

Why don't you "just wanderer" over to the video description first. I don't write those video descriptions for my health, you should read them for yours.

[@danpatel6030]

Hi great video, my question is that my machine lid lock has 4 wires, red, blue, yellow and white. What 2 wires I connect together and what do I need to do with the other two wires? If you could help, it’ll be greatly appreciated! Thanks

[@jaykay18]

My help is for you to read the description. ALWAYS READ THE DESCRIPTION, ON EVERY VIDEO YOU WATCH, IT HELPS PREVENT STUPID QUESTIONS THAT HAVE ALREADY BEEN ANSWERED.

[@markusray319]

@@jaykay18 wow that was really rude

[@jaykay18]

@@markusray319 And you're another one who doesn't read the description, where you have been duly warned.

[@handyvan3422]

lol i just read the bottom of your description - 😂

[@CamHill000]

I couldn't tell what Washer exactly this was, but would this work on a Whirlpool WTW5550X Washer? The lid lock mechanism in my washer is busted internally. Would this able me to actually do laundry?

[@jaykay18]

Sorry, you're S.O.L. Lid lock washers have sensors that need to work to satisfy the computer. Without all of that safety equipment in place, it's not going to wash. You have to replace the broken parts, then you should be all right.

[@jrsocal909]

My washer dont spin but you can hear motor if I do this will it fix it.

[@jaykay18]

No.

[@angeliquewagner1281]

I opened the panel and found this is already done. My washer won’t spin during a cycle but will when I turn the dial to spin and start it. Any suggestions?

[@jaykay18]

I first need to make sure that the machine you have does NOT have a lid lock. If it does, you're out of luck. If it doesn't, that's an odd problem. I would first listen to the timer. It's a motor-driven electromechanical timer and has a small and quiet clock motor inside. You may have to stick your ear on it, but you should heard it run. If it doesn't, I have seen them stall mid-cycle, in which case you'd need a new timer. Without a model number of the machine, that's the best I can offer.

[@marikiemarie7622]

Would have been more helpful to mention the modle you are working on. My machine did not have any green wire at all. Only red, white blue and a light yellowish

[@jaykay18]

It would be even more beneficial if you read the video's description.

[@Chris_99502]

Jay you would be proud of me, I read the description and determine that this wouldn't work for my washer :) I can't speak for the other people though.

[@jaykay18]

Thank you Chris! I'm only sorry that you can't use this trick on your washer. But I would suggest, if it's too costly to fix, that you find a good used appliance shop and buy an older washer. Chances are very good you will have it for 30 years or more without a problem. And if you find a machine like the one I showed in this video, I have several repair videos on it for common problems, that are super-inexpensive to fix.

[@billmiller7331]

May be yoi might why the lock light is flashing on my whirlpool top loader washer and won't start or finish the cycle

[@jaykay18]

Problem with the lock. This video won't help you, you have to probably replace the lock assembly and/or latch.

[@Phipper2011]

Love the fact you're straight to the point - thank you @jaykay18

[@jaykay18]

No problem Phipper!

[@brandipiazza5420]

Saved us some money and time. For some one on a 700.00 a month income thanks wife greatly appreciated this.

[@jaykay18]

No problem at all! You're better fixing the machine you have anyway since washers today are garbage; you'll never get things so clean again. Fix whatever goes wrong and you'll be much better off anyway, laundry-wise and financially!

[@Elon_Trump]

Would you happen to know which to cut and splice on a 3 wire ? I got red white and blue.

[@jaykay18]

No, but I definitely know you don;t read video descriptions. I don't write them for my health, you should read them for yours.

[@christianchavez1616]

La tele está en Español 😄 Good Video Thanks for sharing it definitely worked 👚👕👖

[@jaykay18]

Yes, the child that lives there, the parents speak Spanish. Glad this video helped.

[@marcs7847]

Thanks A lot! I tried the trick and it worked great.... until for some reason whatever burned out the Lid switch caused the wires to heat up and almost melt... Everyone know why or have any suggestions?

[@jaykay18]

The full motor current goes through those wires. If you have a bad connection anywhere, that's a source of resistance and therefore heat. If your motor has a bad capacitor, it can pull excessive current and cause overheated wires. It's time to find the root cause of the problem instead of putting bandaids on it.

[@marcs7847]

@@jaykay18 Thanks a lot. I'm currently doing missionary work in a 3rd world country so parts are not easy to get and a tech that can fix this is even harder to find. But I thought there was a short somewhere because when I lifted the control panel I heard the machine stop and start. Thanks again for your help! I'll see what I can do.

[@jaykay18]

@@marcs7847 Good--that's a definite clue where the problem lies. If Amazon delivers where you are, parts are easy to get.

[@straightballin8]

Will this work on a whirlpool washer model WTW5000DW1?

[@jaykay18]

That's a Playskool washer with a lid lock and a belt drive. Everything's computer controlled, and without that lid lock and switch working properly, the washer wants to be brought to the curb so it can be recycled into more Playskool junk, that will break in short order. You need to fix the actual problem, and that means parts, maybe even sensors or circuit boards.

[@mdf254]

Will this work on a whirlpool cabrio smart washer?

[@jaykay18]

Nope. That should be your first indication that machine is not smart.

[@hkk3656]

I started thinking my alarm battery was low because of the chipping. Relived it wasn't mine because I just changed it a few days ago.

[@jaykay18]

Wasn't mine either, mine are hard-wired to my central monitoring alarm system. This was a customer's house. Amazing how some people live...

[@robodummyandy152]

Hey jaykay. Will this work on a whirlpool WTW5000DW1? mine has the same console as the one in the video, but no agitator. Thanks and great video! Darn. I just saw my model number on your junk list. Shoot. I was trying to save some cash these days.

[@jaykay18]

OK, you figured it out. Junk the washer, buy one of these old school ones used, with the agitator, and never worry about laundry again. If it has a button on it to start the wash, that's the bad ones. The old school mechanical timer, the kind mom or grandma used to have.

[@jaykay18]

@@kickasbutterfly READ THE DESCRIPTION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@lukekelly8874]

Will this work on the commercial coin op whirlpool

[@jaykay18]

That depends on how old the machine is.

[@juanmarquez4864]

I might of figured out how to reset washer after the lid error code has been correctos. 1unplug the lid switch at comp board turn on and you get ul error (i beleive) power off and befor error pops up again plug lid switch back in board. "HEY, IT WORKED FOR ME" Good luck.

[@jaykay18]

The machines depicted in this video don't have circuit board, microcontrollers, computers, or anything else, and not only do they work just fine, they wash better than the junk today. Save yourself the trouble, toss the whole machine and go to a used appliance store and buy one like this.