{"product_id":"xpartco-3949247-washer-lid-switch-replaces-3949247v","title":"XPARTCO 3949247 Washer Lid Switch Replaces 3949247V","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e.pom { font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; color: #1e293b; line-height: 1.75; }\n  .pom *, .pom *::before, .pom *::after { box-sizing: border-box; }\n  .pom h2 { font-size: 21px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom h3 { font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 12px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; }\n  .pom-card { background: #fff; border: 1px solid #e2e8f0; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-card-blue { background: #eff6ff; border-color: #bfdbfe; }\n  .pom-card-green { background: #f0fdf4; border-color: #bbf7d0; }\n  .pom-qa { background: #eff6ff; border-left: 4px solid #1e40af; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 16px 20px; margin-bottom: 16px; }\n  .pom-qa-label { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 900; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1e40af; margin: 0 0 6px; }\n  .pom ul { margin: 0; padding: 0; list-style: none; }\n  .pom ul li { position: relative; padding-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 8px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom ul li::before { content: \"\"; position: absolute; left: 0; top: 9px; width: 7px; height: 7px; border-radius: 50%; background: #1e40af; }\n  .pom-list-green li::before { background: #15803d; }\n  .pom-specs-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 15px; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr { border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-specs-table tr:last-child { border-bottom: none; }\n  .pom-specs-table td { padding: 9px 4px; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:first-child { color: #1e293b; width: 45%; font-style: italic; }\n  .pom-specs-table td:last-child { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; }\n  .pom-warning { background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; border-radius: 0 8px 8px 0; padding: 14px 18px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-warning strong { display: block; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 11px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 0.08em; }\n  .pom-faq-item { margin-bottom: 16px; padding-bottom: 16px; border-bottom: 1px solid #f1f5f9; }\n  .pom-faq-item:last-child { border-bottom: none; margin-bottom: 0; padding-bottom: 0; }\n  .pom-faq-q { font-weight: 700; color: #0f172a; margin-bottom: 5px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom-faq-a { font-size: 15px; color: #334155; margin: 0; line-height: 1.65; }\n  .pom-badges { display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px; margin-top: 14px; }\n  .pom-badge { background: #f0fdf4; border: 1px solid #bbf7d0; color: #15803d; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 700; padding: 6px 14px; border-radius: 999px; }\n  .pom p { margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 16px; }\n  .pom p:last-child { margin-bottom: 0; } \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eXPARTCO 3949247 Washer Lid Switch Replaces 3949247V\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XPARTCO 3949247 is an aftermarket replacement lid switch assembly for Whirlpool top-load washers, and also fits select Roper, Estate, Kenmore, Inglis, Crosley, Amana, and KitchenAid models, including stacked washer\/dryer laundry center units. This switch mounts to the underside of the cabinet top panel and tells the washing machine the lid is closed, allowing the wash cycle to begin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack plastic with wire leads, sold individually. Over time, the plastic on the switch's actuator can become brittle with age and break when the lid is closed roughly, or from the movement of an unbalanced load causing parts of the washer to strike it. Symptoms of a failing lid switch include the wash cycle not starting even when the lid is closed, error codes related to the lid being open, inability to advance through cycle selections, or the washer not spinning while still agitating normally. It directly replaces 3949247V, 3949247, 3949237, 3949239, 3949240, 3949247VP, 4248251, TJ90ES247, AP3100003, ES247, AP5983746, AWP227261, EAP350434, OEM17951247, PD00024284, PS11722098.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-qa\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-qa-label\"\u003eQuick Answer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eXPARTCO 3949247 Washer Lid Switch\u003c\/strong\u003e fixes Whirlpool, Roper, Estate, Kenmore, Inglis, Crosley, Amana, and KitchenAid top-load washers (including laundry center combo units) that won't start with the lid closed, show lid-open error codes, won't advance through cycle selections, or agitate but won't spin. Black plastic, wire leads, sold individually. Replaces 3949247V, 3949247, 3949237, 3949239, 3949240, 3949247VP, 4248251, TJ90ES247, AP3100003, ES247, AP5983746, AWP227261, EAP350434, OEM17951247, PD00024284, PS11722098. \u003cem\u003eNot the same as our 3949238 listing — these are separate, similarly-numbered switches used on different models.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon Problems This Part Fixes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash cycle won't start even when the lid is closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eError codes related to the lid being open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInability to advance through cycle selections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWasher agitates but won't spin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlashes or other improper lid switch behavior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: 900; color: #0f172a; margin: 0 0 8px; letter-spacing: -0.01em;\"\u003eCross Reference Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #475569; margin-bottom: 12px;\"\u003ePart 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReplaces Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis washer lid switch directly replaces the following OEM and cross-reference part numbers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-family: monospace; font-size: 15px; color: #0f172a; font-weight: bold; line-height: 2.2;\"\u003e3949247V, 3949247, 3949237, 3949239, 3949240, 3949247VP, 4248251, TJ90ES247, AP3100003, ES247, AP5983746, AWP227261, EAP350434, OEM17951247, PD00024284, PS11722098\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 4px; font-size: 15px; color: #475569;\"\u003eIf your part number is not listed above, contact our support team before ordering and we will verify compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-blue\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lid switch is compatible with select \u003cstrong\u003eWhirlpool top-load washers\u003c\/strong\u003e, and also fits select Roper, Estate, Kenmore, Inglis, Crosley, Amana, and KitchenAid washers built on the Whirlpool platform, including stacked washer\/dryer laundry center units, and model numbers such as 11010202000, 11010202001, 11010502990, 11010502991, 11010852990, 11010852991, 11012202100, 11012502100, 11012852100, 11013202200, 11013212200, 11014102300, 11014112300, 11014202300, 11014212200, 11018202790, 11018522790, 11018522791, 11018532790, 11018542890, 11018542891, 11018609890, 11018702790, 11018702791, 11019101990, 11019101991, 11019101992, 11019202200, and 11020112000.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top: 12px; font-size: 15px; color: #92400e; background: #fffbeb; border-left: 4px solid #f59e0b; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 0 6px 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote — not the same as 3949238:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our 3949238 listing is a separate, similarly-numbered lid switch used on different models. Whirlpool also uses several other distinct lid switch designs, including the direct-drive style (8318084) and the thin-twin style (3355806), which are not interchangeable with this switch. Always verify your full model number before ordering. Contact our support team with your model number if you're unsure which switch your washer needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftermarket replacement lid switch assembly — confirms the lid is closed before allowing the wash cycle to begin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResolves \"won't start,\" \"lid-open error codes,\" \"can't advance cycle selections,\" and \"agitates but won't spin\" symptoms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack plastic construction with wire leads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounts to the underside of the cabinet top panel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect drop-in replacement matching the original mounting and connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces 3949247V, 3949247, 3949237, 3949239, 3949240, 3949247VP, 4248251, TJ90ES247, AP3100003, ES247, AP5983746, AWP227261, EAP350434, OEM17951247, PD00024284, PS11722098\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Whirlpool, Roper, Estate, Kenmore, Inglis, Crosley, Amana, and KitchenAid washers, including laundry center units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAftermarket replacement built to OEM-equivalent quality standards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"pom-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3949247\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOEM Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3949247V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWasher Lid Switch Assembly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eplastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWire leads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting Location\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnderside of cabinet top panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFunction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirms lid is closed before allowing the wash cycle to begin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepair Difficulty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy — basic hand tools\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 lid switch (sold individually)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible Brands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhirlpool, Roper, Estate, Kenmore, Inglis, Crosley, Amana, KitchenAid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-warning\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Unplug Washer And Shut Off Water Supply Before Starting\u003c\/strong\u003e Unplug your washer from the wall outlet and turn off the water supply before beginning. Wear work gloves. Remove the screws holding the access panel in place at the back of the machine, then carefully remove the panel and set it aside. Locate the lid switch assembly near the top, center of the washer's interior. Use a Phillips and flathead screwdriver to unscrew the three screws that hold the lid switch assembly in place. Disconnect the wire harness from the old lid switch and carefully remove it from the machine. Install the new 3949247 into the machine in the exact same manner the old switch was removed. Connect the wire harness to the new switch. Reattach the three screws to secure the switch in place. Replace the access panel and reattach its screws. Turn on the water supply and plug in the washer. Run a test cycle with the lid closed to confirm the washer starts and spins normally. Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, flat head screwdriver.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eMy washer agitates but won't spin. Is this the part I need?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eYes, this is a well-documented symptom of a failed lid switch. This switch tells the washer's control system that the lid is closed before allowing certain functions, and spin specifically often requires this signal — a failed switch commonly leaves agitation working while blocking spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eWhy does this switch fail over time?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThe plastic on the switch's actuator can become brittle with age and break when the lid is closed roughly. It can also break from the movement of an unbalanced load causing parts of the washer to strike it during a cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this the same as the 3949238 switch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eNo, these are separate lid switch part numbers, despite the similar numbering. Our 3949238 listing is used on different models. Always confirm your exact part number from your washer's parts diagram or the sticker on your old switch before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-q\"\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pom-faq-a\"\u003eThis 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 material, wiring, and switching function of the original 3949247V lid switch assembly used in compatible Whirlpool, Roper, Estate, Kenmore, Inglis, Crosley, Amana, and KitchenAid washers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pom-card pom-card-green\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShop With Confidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA U.S.-based appliance parts retailer specializing in genuine OEM and high-quality replacement parts. We stock components for all major appliance brands and offer fast shipping from our U.S. warehouse. 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