Official General Electric Dryer Switches

Push-to-Start Switch

$18.18

Fix Number: FIX3487190
Manufacturer Part Number: WE4M416

This push-to-start switch is a genuine OEM part and is used to activate your dryer. If your dryer will not start, or will only start if the switch is pushed down, or the timer knob is not engaging with the starter, you may need to replace the switch. The tools you will need to replace this part are a Phillips screwdriver and a flat blade screwdriver. Please be sure to disconnect the power supply to your dryer before beginning this repair.

Fixes these symptoms

Touchpad does not respond
Will Not Start
Won’t Start
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Rotary Start Switch

$21.42

★★★★★

1 Review

Fix Number: FIX3487203
Manufacturer Part Number: WE4M519

This is a genuine OEM rotary start switch for your dryer. If your dryer will not start, turns off too soon, or the timer will not advance, it may be time to replace the start switch. Replacing this part is a simple repair that requires the use of a Phillips screwdriver and a pair of needle nose pliers. Be sure to disconnect the power supply to your dryer before beginning this repair, as you will be working with the electrical components. Once the new switch is connected to the wiring, be sure that the locking tabs on the switch are properly engaged with the dryer console before reassembling the back panel.

Fixes these symptoms

Will Not Start
Won’t Start
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Rotary Start Switch

$54.60

★★★★★

1 Review

Fix Number: FIX268305
Manufacturer Part Number: WE4X881

This part is used to start the dryer once you have selected a setting on the timer.

Fixes these symptoms

Will Not Start
Won’t Start
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Interlock Switch

$27.42

Fix Number: FIX1481922
Manufacturer Part Number: WD21X10261

This interlock switch is a genuine OEM part that can be used in a variety of appliances like dishwashers and dryers. The switch is also known as a belt switch and works as a simple on and off mechanism. The switch is used to stop the appliance from operating if the door has been opened. If your appliance continues to run even once the door has been opened, the interlock switch may have failed. Please be sure to disconnect the power source to your appliance before beginning this repair.

Fixes these symptoms

Door latch failure
Will Not Start
Won’t Start
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Door Switch

$32.46

Fix Number: FIX2344321
Manufacturer Part Number: WE4M415

A door switch is a simple on/off mechanism that prohibits the dryer from operating when the door is open.

Fixes these symptoms

Won’t Start
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SWITCH

$42.77

Fix Number: FIX2330879
Manufacturer Part Number: 134813600

This switch is for a dryer door without a drum light.

Rotary Start Switch

$48.89

Fix Number: FIX268227
Manufacturer Part Number: WE4X782

This is the replacement rotary start switch for your dryer. It is silver and black in color, with a white D-shaped shaft. The rotary start switch is found inside the dryer control panel, and when actuated, it starts the dryer. Over time, the contacts inside the switch can short out, and when this happens, the dryer will not start. As you will be working around electricity, be sure to disconnect the dryer from the power source before you begin this repair. This part is sold individually and is an authentic OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.