XPARTCO 3355806 Washer Lid Switch Replaces WP3355806
The XPARTCO 3355806 is an aftermarket replacement stackable washer lid switch assembly compatible with a wide range of Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, KitchenAid, Maytag, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, and Magic Chef stacked washer/dryer laundry centers (thin twin and space-saver units). The lid switch is a safety component mounted near the top of the washer — it detects whether the lid is open or closed and prevents the washer from spinning while the lid is open. When you close the lid, a pin on the lid activates the lever on the switch, signaling the control that it's safe to spin. Without a functioning lid switch, the washer won't spin as a safety measure, even though it may still fill and agitate normally.
The switch commonly fails in one of two ways: the plastic body cracks from the lid being slammed over time, or the internal switch contacts wear out and can no longer signal that the lid is closed. Features an 11" wiring harness with round plugs and a 7/8" block connector. It directly replaces WP3355806, WP3355806VP, 3355806, 520880, AP6008072, AP2947199, AH11741201, EA11741201, EAP11741201, PS11741201, PS341529, and PD00002599. Installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools and novice repair experience.
Quick Answer
The XPARTCO 3355806 Washer Lid Switch fixes Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, and KitchenAid stacked washer/dryer laundry centers where the washer won't spin but still agitates and fills, the machine doesn't detect the lid is closed, or the washer won't start. Stackable washer lid switch assembly — 11" harness with round plugs, 7/8" block. Replaces WP3355806, WP3355806VP, 520880, AP6008072, AP2947199, AH11741201, EA11741201, EAP11741201, PS11741201, PS341529. Compatible with Whirlpool LTE5243/LTG5243 series, Roper RTE5243/RTG5243, and Kenmore thin twin models. Classic symptom: won't spin but still agitates.
Common Problems This Part Fixes
- Washer won't spin but still agitates and fills — the classic lid switch failure symptom
- Washer won't start at all — control not detecting a closed lid
- Machine doesn't recognize the lid is closed even when it is
- Lid switch body cracked from the lid being slammed over time
- Internal switch contacts worn out — no longer signaling lid closed
- Washer stops mid-cycle when it should transition to spin
- Clothes coming out sopping wet because the spin cycle never runs
- Intermittent operation — washer sometimes spins, sometimes doesn't, depending on lid position
Cross Reference Information
Part numbers can change over a product's lifecycle as manufacturers update designs or release new appliance models. For your convenience, we've included any known superseded, alternate, or cross-reference part numbers that match this item.
Replaces Part Numbers
This washer lid switch directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:
WP3355806, ER3355806, 3355806, AP6008072, AWP47529, EAP11741201, PD00002599, PS11741201.
If your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.
Compatibility
This lid switch assembly is compatible with select stacked washer/dryer laundry centers (thin twin / space-saver units) from the following brands:
- Whirlpool laundry centers — LTE5243DQ0-DQ8, LTE5243DT2-DT7, LTE5243DZ0/DZ1/DZ2, LTE5243BN0/BN1, LTG5243DQ0-DQC, LTG5243DT3/DT4/DT7/DT8, LTG5243DZ1/DZ2, LTG5243BN0/BN1 series and related
- Whirlpool laundry centers — WET4024EW and related stacked models
- Roper laundry centers — RTE5243BL0, RTE5243BW0, RTG5243BL0, RTG5243BW0 series
- Kenmore / Sears laundry centers — thin twin models (110.9975820, 110088732791-11088754793, 11098573100-11098573800 series and related)
- Estate, KitchenAid, Maytag, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef — select stacked washer/dryer models
Always verify your appliance model number before ordering. Contact our support team if you're unsure.
Key Features
- Stackable washer lid switch assembly — detects whether the lid is open or closed and prevents spinning when the lid is open
- Resolves the classic "won't spin but still agitates" symptom of lid switch failure
- Restores the safety interlock and allows the washer to complete its spin cycle
- Features an 11" wiring harness with round plugs and a 7/8" block connector
- Designed for thin twin, space-saver, and other stacked washer/dryer laundry centers
- Replaces WP3355806, WP3355806VP, 520880, AP6008072, AP2947199, AH11741201, EA11741201, EAP11741201, PS11741201, PS341529, and PD00002599
- Compatible with Whirlpool LTE5243/LTG5243 series, Roper RTE5243/RTG5243 series, and Kenmore thin twin laundry centers, plus Estate, KitchenAid, Maytag, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, and Magic Chef stacked units
- Aftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards
- Quick DIY repair — installs in 15–30 minutes with basic hand tools
Product Specifications
| Part Number | 3355806 |
| OEM Part Number | WP3355806 |
| Part Type | Stackable Washer Lid Switch Assembly |
| Condition | Aftermarket Replacement |
| Application | Stacked Washer/Dryer Laundry Centers (Whirlpool platform) |
| Harness Length | 11" with round plugs |
| Block Connector | 7/8" |
| Function | Prevents washer spin when lid is open |
| Location | Near top of washer, behind front panel |
| Compatible Brands | Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, KitchenAid, Maytag, Admiral, Amana, Crosley, Inglis, Magic Chef |
Installation Notes
Frequently Asked Questions
My washer agitates and fills but won't spin — is the lid switch the cause?
Yes — this is the single most common and telling symptom of a failed lid switch. The lid switch is a safety interlock that prevents the drum from spinning while the lid is open. When the switch fails (cracked body or worn internal contacts), the control never receives the "lid closed" signal, so it blocks the spin cycle as a safety measure — but agitation and fill still work because those don't require the lid interlock. If your washer runs through wash and agitate normally but stops when it should spin, leaving clothes sopping wet, the lid switch is the prime suspect. You can confirm by testing the switch for continuity with a multimeter when the lever is pressed.
What causes the lid switch to fail?
There are two common failure modes. First, the plastic body of the switch can crack over time from the lid being closed hard or slammed repeatedly — the repeated impact stresses the housing until it fractures. Second, the internal electrical contacts wear out from thousands of open/close cycles and can no longer make a reliable connection to signal that the lid is closed. Either way, the fix is the same: replace the lid switch assembly. To extend the life of the new switch, close the lid gently rather than letting it slam.
What's the difference between 3355806 and WP3355806?
These are the same lid switch across production revisions. 3355806 was the original part number and WP3355806 is the Whirlpool-era part number (with the "WP" prefix Whirlpool adopted) for the same switch. WP3355806VP is a variant packaging code. All are physically and functionally identical — if your laundry center's parts diagram shows any of these numbers, this listing is the correct replacement. The cross-references 520880, AP6008072, and PS11741201 are additional catalog identifiers for the same part.
Does this fit my thin twin or space-saver laundry center?
This lid switch is specifically designed for stacked washer/dryer laundry centers — the "thin twin," space-saver, and similar stacked units from Whirlpool and its related brands. It fits the Whirlpool LTE5243/LTG5243 series, Roper RTE5243/RTG5243 series, and a wide range of Kenmore thin twin models, among others. Check your model number against the compatibility list above. If your unit is a standalone (non-stacked) top-load washer, it likely uses a different lid switch — contact our support team with your model number and we'll confirm the correct part.
Is this an OEM or aftermarket part?
This is an aftermarket replacement part built to OEM-equivalent quality standards. It is not a genuine Whirlpool OEM part, but is manufactured to match the fit, 11" harness with round plugs, 7/8" block connector, terminal configuration, and lid-detection function of the original WP3355806 lid switch used in compatible Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, and related stacked washer/dryer laundry centers.
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