Component Testing; Door Switch - Maytag MED5800TW - Electric Dryer Technical Education

Before testing any of the components, perform
the following checks:
• The most common cause for control failure
is corrosion on connectors. Therefore, dis-
connecting and reconnecting wires will be
necessary throughout test procedures.
• All tests/checks should be made with a
VOM or DVM having a sensitivity of 20,000
ohms-per-volt DC, or greater.
Disconnect power before servicing.
Replace all parts and panels before operating.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

DOOR SWITCH

Refer to page 4-5 for the procedure for ac-
cessing the door switch.

COMPONENT TESTING

Electrical Shock Hazard
• Check all connections before replacing
components, looking for broken or loose
wires, failed terminals, or wires not pressed
into connectors far enough.
• Resistance checks must be made with
power cord unplugged from outlet, and
with wiring harness or connectors discon-
nected.
WARNING
1. Unplug dryer or disconnect power.
2. Turn off gas supply to dryer.
3. Set the ohmmeter to the R x 1 scale.
4. Touch the ohmmeter test leads to door
switch plug pins 1 and 3. The meter should
indicate a closed circuit (0 Ω) with the door
closed, and an open circuit (infinite) with
the door open.
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