Whirlpool Dryer WED5840SW0 Door won't close

This Dryer Door Latch Kit is an OEM replacement part compatible with Whirlpool dryers.  

Features and Benefits:

• Designed to secure the dryer door during operation and prevent accidental opening
• Helps to maintain safe and efficient dryer operation
• Easy to install with basic tools, ideal for DIY maintenance

 The Door latch kit includes:

• 3 different door catches to fit your specific model, green, yellow and blue.
• 2 strikes
• Instruction sheet

 Please refer to your appliance's parts list to verify compatibility.

The Whirlpool dryer door catch is an OEM replacement part responsible for keeping the dryer door securely closed during operation. It latches onto the door strike and hold the dryer door in place when it is closed. It consists of a small plastic or metal component that protrudes from the front panel and engages with the door strike to keep the door closed.

The Whirlpool door catch can also be used on Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore/Sears brand appliances.

This part fixes the following symptoms:

• The dryer door not staying securely closed during operation
• Difficulty in latching or unlatching the door
• Visible damage or signs of wear on the door catch
• The door catch not engaging with the door strike
• The dryer not starting or operating when the door is closed

The Door Hinge is an OEM component compatible with Whirlpool clothes dryers. It provides the pivotal connection between the dryer access panel/door and cabinet, allowing for smooth opening and closing access inside.

Symptoms of a bad door hinge can include:

• Noisy squeaking or grinding sounds when operating the access panel/door  
• Sagging or loosened hinge leaves/plates causing instability in fully opening/closing the door
• Damage to the door seal surface from contact or alignment issues

Causes of a bad door hinge typically include worn bushings, loosened hinge screws or plates that create play over extensive access panel/door opening cycles through multiple years of use. Impacts or improper tightening could also potentially damage hinge parts.

Right-hand hinge. For the left hinge use AP3047600

This OEM part is compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper, and Kenmore models. Replacing a faulty hinge restores proper access panel/door motion and sealing.