Candy Tumble Dryer Door Won’t Shut & Start | How To Replace Candy Tumble Dryer Door Latch Or Catch

One of the most common problems with tumble dryers is the door not closing. This is usually caused by a broken latch or catch. This tutorial will show you how to replace the door catch or latch and also show you how to make sure the door lock is in the open position.

How to Change a Latch or Catch on a Candy Tumble Dryer?

In this guide, we will explain how to replace a latch or catch on a Candy tumble dryer. This instruction can be applied to both square and round hole machines as the locking mechanism is essentially the same.

Over time, the latch in your clothes dryer may break due to the plastic hardening and becoming brittle or as a result of people forcing the door open. In some cases, the top half of the latch can break away, as shown in the comparison image.

When the latch breaks, the door mechanism can sometimes get stuck in the locked position. This means that when you install a new pin, it may not shut correctly inside the door. Therefore, ensure that it is in the open position before beginning the replacement process.

To move the latch into the open position, use a small piece of wire with a hook at the end. Place the hook behind the lever and carefully flick it back over. Avoid using a screwdriver for this task, as it can lift the latch upwards and potentially cause damage.

Please remember that, when working with any electrical appliances, safety should always be your top priority, and we also suggest you watch our video.

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How to Replace the Latch on Your Candy Tumble Dryer?

Replacing the latch is a relatively straightforward process:

Remove the single screw holding the latch in place.
Tilt the latch over and remove it sideways.
Insert the new latch.
Reinsert the screw to secure the latch in place.

One of the reasons for this guide is to help users understand how the latch works, as some customers have reported that the door would not shut after the latch replacement. This is normally because they did not reset the latch position correctly.

When the latch is correctly placed, the door should click into place when shut. If you have trouble shutting the door, it likely means the latch is in the locked position.

To find a new latch for your tumble dryer, you will typically need the full model number, which can be found on the identification plate of your machine. If the identification plate has worn away, there may be a sticker on the back of the machine with the full model number.

Enter the full model number into the search function on our website. If you have any doubts, please use the contact us page on our website, and we will help you find the correct latch for your tumble dryer.

Although our aim is to guide you through changing the door latch or catch on Candy tumble dryer in this guide, we would recommend you watch the whole video to learn more information about the process.

If you need any parts for your Candy tumble dryer, you can find them on our site.

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