Whirlpool interlock wiring

[neptune]

I have a problem with a Whirlpool Infinity washing machine , model AWM 1200 “ABB” ,The door interlock has failed . the original one has 3 tags on it , and the 3 wires are in a plug . The 3 wires are live in neutral in and switched neutral out . The new interlock received today has 5 tags and is said to superceed the 3tag type . No modification info is supplied . Anyone come across this ? Any help would be appreciated .

[johnmac11]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

The old style switch had 5 tags on it, the top two are on a microswitch that lets the programmer know the door is closed so that the spin can commence the part number of the 5 tag one is 481228058019, which is now obselete.

The new ones only come with 3 tags and are part no 481228058044

If you have one of the old type ones all you do is connect the plug to the bottom of the switch, if I remember correctly you have to turn the plug 180 degrees to get it to fit in the key on the bottom of the door lock.

John

[bobokines]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

The plug will only fit in one position and the terminal numbers are the same as the original

Good luck

Bob

[leavemetogetonwithit]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

I blew up a Bosch timer pcb the other day.
Had an interlock which was very similar to the old one but not quite.
Plug fitted fine when turned 180*. Switched on and there was a barely audible pop.
Was unrepairable by QER though they had a go, bless ’em.
One of my more expensive mistakes.
Mike.

[bobokines]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

The problem with thermal interlocks is that they are virtually impossible to test with a test meter.

Usually, but not always, there are terminal numbers (or a wiring diagram) printed on the unit.

Bob

[johnmac11]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

Checked this morning and you have to turn the plug 180 degrees to get it to fit.

John

[neptune]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

Thanks for all help received . I will look at the job later and see how it goes .

[wilf]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

if it dont fit DONT force it look carefully and you will see the correct position side near to the door if memory serves me ok

wilf

[neptune]

Re: Whirlpool interlock wiring

Thanks again chaps , fitted the new 5 tag this afternoon , and it worked OK . The secret is , to check that each wire in the plug fits to the same terminal number on the new interlock as it did on the old .

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