This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
Maytag front load door lock malfunction.
The door should unlock after this is complete.
To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity.
If the washer does not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the appliance or disconnect power.
If you have unboxed your front load washer to find that the door is locked and you are unable to open it please review the following instructions.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
After plugging the washer in one of the following 3 events will happen.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
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If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
If one of the switches does not have continuity replace the switch.
If the door lock assembly clicks but the door doesn t lock it s likely that the door lock assembly is broken.
Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.
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If a component fails with the door is closed the door won t open.
Front loading washers include a control lock feature that temporarily disables use of the control panel and requires deactivating the lock prior to pausing the cleaning cycle.
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Replace the entire assembly if any component fails.
Plug the appliance into a grounded 3 pronged outlet per the installation instructions.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
These repair steps work for kenmore 796 series and lg front load washers.
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If not call for service.
A lock icon appears on the front of the washer s control panel to indicate the lid is locked and also displays the current progress of the cleaning cycle depending on the model of your maytag washer.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models.
The door lock assembly on a front load washer includes a safety switch that detects whether the washer door is closed a latch and a locking mechanism.
If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
If the door lock assembly isn t working as it should replace it with a manufacturer approved replacement part.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
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Run a drain and spin cycle.
