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Dryer Door Switches, Push to Start Switches & Washer Lid Switches

Ark-Les switches are cost effective methods for controlling washing or drying machine power.  A switch is used to turn on the machine when the lid or door is closed.  All of Ark-Les’ switches are custom designed to fit customer mounting and operational requirements. 

Construction Options

  • Screw or slide-lock mounting options
  • Actuation by lid feature, hinge or striker
  • Leaded or terminated wiring options
  • Hidden or partially exposed design options
  • Self-fusing capability for additional safety

Ark-Les Benefits

  • Improve reliability and reduce field warranty claims because of their sealed construction
  • Simplified installation by removing cumbersome wire harnesses
  • Switch points are 100% tested eliminating costly line adjustments

Typical Operating Parameters

  • Voltage Rating: 120/240 VAC
  • Current:½ HP typical
  • Ambient: 65° C, 95% RH

Agency Listings
All of the Ark-Les Lid Switches described herein are listed in accordance with UL 1054. Listing information can be found in UL file E46344.

Dryer Door Switches
Ark-Les provides a broad design and product offering to accommodate a wide variety of dryer door applications.  Dryer doors switches are available in electronic and electro-mechanical configurations providing the designer greater flexibility for machine design.

 Ark-Les Benefits:

  • 12 VDC, 120-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
  • Snap in design with steps for varying panel thickness
  • Spring loaded button minimizes chance of button binding
  • Environmental sealed and contamination resistant housings
  • 14 mm low profile version

 

Push-to-Start Switches
The Ark-Les Push to Push to Start Switch is a momentary switch typically used in series with a relay for starting an appliance.  The Push to Start Switch has several different mounting options, including both screw in and snap on.

Operating Parameters
Electrical Ratings           

  • N.O. 10 Amp 1/3 HP
  • 125-250 VAC 50-60 Hz
  • N.C. 1 Amp
  • 125-250V. 50-60 Hz
  • 15 Amp 1/2 HP
  • 125-250V. 50-60 Hz
  • 10 Amp 1/3 HP
  • 125-250V. 50-60 Hz
  • 1 Amp 125-250V. 50-60 Hz

Hidden Washer Lid Switches
Ark-Les’ Hidden Washer lid switch combines ease of use, Six Sigma switchpoint capability, and proven reliability.   This lid switch meets UL requirement for cutting power to ½ HP motor when the lid is opened.  The switch is immune to machine tolerance stack-up and variation, and is tamper resistant.

  • Patented self-alignment feature with fastenerless design
  • Water Resistant Housing Design – All electrical connections are located above the washer top
  • UL and CSA registered at ½ HP level – Passed all testing at the ¾ HP level
  • Standardized One-piece Molex connection system for ease of assembly
  • Burr relief feature
  • Contamination fail safe feature
  • Resistant to switchpoint issues associated with oil canning of lid

Get connected with Ark-Les today — contact us to get more information about our industrial switches.