{"product_id":"285671-washer-lid-switch","title":"285671 Washer Lid Switch - For Whirlpool \u0026 Kenmore Washers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e285671 Washer Lid Switch Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety Interlock System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents the washer from spinning while the lid is open, ensuring user safety during high-speed operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect-Drive Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Specifically engineered for Whirlpool-built direct-drive washing machines without a drive belt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Contact Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features high-quality internal electrical contacts to ensure consistent signal transmission to the motor and timer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Assembly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes the switch mechanism, mounting bracket, and specialized wiring harness for a seamless fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAP3094500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePS334600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e285671VP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3352629\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3352634\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3355808\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8134\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2927\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEAP334600\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eES671\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; 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