Washing Machine Door Lock Problem

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Washing machine door lock problem.

There may be an. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. The problem is that the machine won t start washing as it will not. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity.

Run a drain and spin cycle. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. Whirlpool top loader with locked door check the lid switch and striker. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. The striker is the part that helps press down the lid switch. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. It could be the control board not common. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

2 the ntc heater or bi metal strip fail 3 the plastic gets to hot and distorts inside the lock causing it to jam. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset. Washing machine door locks really only get 3 major faults 1 the points between live and common fail in some way. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

Sometimes the control board will see an open lid switch and attempt to lock. Inspect the door lock for damage. The washing machine door won t close or block if the washing machine latch won t close most often something is preventing it from closing.