424246 Genuine Steel Lid Hinge 68 for Fisher & Paykel Top Load Washing Machines, Washer Lid Hinge for Steel Lids

If your Fisher & Paykel top loader has a steel lid and the hinge has broken, 424246 is the genuine replacement in the 68 size. Glass lid versions use their own hinge, part 421952, so the lid material really matters here. Compatible models aren't recorded for this number. Check the lid type, look up your parts list, or send the washer's model and serial number through the parts enquiry form.

Signs your washer lid hinge is worn

This hinge is the pivot between the steel lid and the top deck. Every load puts it through an open and close cycle, and a lid that's slammed or leaned on adds strain. Wear shows up as a lid that rattles, sits off centre, won't stay open, or doesn't press down properly onto the lid switch or lock. When the lid doesn't close fully, many top loaders will pause before spinning or flag a lid fault. A new hinge brings back a tidy, secure lid.

Part details

• Genuine Fisher & Paykel part 424246
• Lid hinge for steel lids
• 68 size version
• Glass lid hinge 421952 is a separate part

Fitting a steel lid hinge

Unplug the washer before working on the lid. Support the lid while the hinge fixings are undone so it can't fall and scratch the top deck. Compare the old and new hinge side by side to make sure they face the same way. Fit the new one, check the lid sits square and clears the deck, then run a short cycle to confirm the machine recognises the lid as closed.

Questions about this part

Does this hinge suit a glass lid?

No. 424246 is for steel lids. The glass lid hinge in the 68 size is 421952. If you're not sure which lid you have or what size your washer is, send us the model number through the parts enquiry form.