fuse blowing when lid opens - Appliance Repair Forum - Free Service from Appliance Parts Pros

Welcome Guest! You can not login or register.

Notification

Error

fuse blowing when lid opens Options Email this topic Watch this topic Print this topic » Normal Threaded
	Brand: Maytag	Age: More than 10 years
Previous Topic Next Topic

ronv		#1 Posted : Wednesday, March 19, 2008 11:09:46 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 3/19/2008(UTC) Posts: 3		I had bypassed the lid switch, The check switch mechanically failed and was replaced . When I open lid th fuse blows immediately 4x. I was able to complete a wash by not opening lid but at end the fuse blew. Why is the fuse failing? what is the purpose of the check switch? I have a copy of a generic schematic so a brief explanation would be helpful. thanks, ron


User Profile View All Posts by User View Thanks

Sponsor

See inside of your appliance - diagrams and part photos for virtually every model.

Matt S		#2 Posted : Wednesday, March 19, 2008 12:36:16 PM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 3/11/2008(UTC) Posts: 66		If you bypass one switch, the fuse will blow. Just replace the switch you have bypassed and the fuse blowing should cease. Matt


User Profile View All Posts by User View Thanks

Users browsing this topic
Guest

Forum Jump

You can post new topics in this forum.
You can reply to topics in this forum.
You can delete your posts in this forum.
You can edit your posts in this forum.
You cannot create polls in this forum.
You can vote in polls in this forum.

Important Information: The AppliancePartsPros.com uses cookies. By continuing to browse this site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies. More Details Close