Maytag Neptune Washer Door Locked Won T Open

Four screws hold the plastic housing in place.

Maytag neptune washer door locked won t open.

Door won t open stays locked even after unplugging unit. Run a drain and spin cycle. Inspect the door lock for damage. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.

If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Lift open the washer s lid or pull the front loading washer s door open to retrieve clothing in the washer. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.

Maytag neptune model p mah6700aww. Step 4 shut the washer s lid or door to securely close it and push start pause to resume the cycle. This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. You will hear the door click when it unlocks.

Reconnect power to washer plug in. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. Remove the housing and a small cord will be visible pull on it and the door will open. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Just started it answered by a verified appliance technician. It may take up to five minutes for the washer to stop spinning and draining before the door will unlock.