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Model #LHW0050PQ4icon, This is a small front load washer built for Whirlpool and can be found in several brand names. The symptom from the customer was the unit will not run a full cycle. Like most front load washers, if the door switch does not close, the unit will not operate. The switch tested ok, but I have found that the door strikes are getting blocked by the inner door panel preventing it from fully actuating the switch. By removing some of the plastic from where the strike contacts the door, the switch will be allowed to close the switch completely. Just make sure that there is a gap between the strike and the door frame and all should be well.

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