Top Load Washer Lid Switch

The lid switch on top-load washers is a safety device that stops the washer from agitating or spinning when the lid is raised. The washer will continue to fill and drain.

The switch is usually on the right side of lid. Most models have either a probe or a magnet on the lid that activates the lid switch when the lid is closed.

• Lid switch probe: A small plastic piece on the lid that that fits into a hole with a switch on the washer around the opening.
• Magnet: Plastic coated magnet that is fastened with two screws in the top right side of the open lid.

Note: Some old models will not fill with the lid up or will fill and agitate, but not spin.