Product review (5 stars): Saved me a lot of money
I was worried that I would have to replace the 12-15 year old washing machine because it would fill with water but not spin or begin the wash cycle.  Fortunately for those of us who are not naturally mechanically inclined, there are many Youtube videos that walk you through changing out this simple switch. This piece saved me a lot of money.  It was easy to remove the old piece and install this one.  My washing machine has been working as usual for the past 3 months since replacing the switch.  I am also more careful now not to let the top loading lid fall when it closes.  That is probably how the original switch got damaged.  Now I make sure the lid closes gently every time (even if I'm in a hurry).