Front Load Washer Door Won T Open

I first tried to push stop twice which usually works but it won t open.

Front load washer door won t open.

I have a kenmore he2 front loading washer. If a component fails with the door is closed the door won t open. How to troubleshoot a ge front load washer that won t spin or drain 4 my bosch. I tried doing a rinse drain spin cycle but i can t even push the start button.

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. The system consists of a door mounted catch and a door lock mechanism located on the back of the front panel door shroud or main top. I also tried to unplug it but when i turn it back on the door is still locked. If your washing machine door will not open this video will show you how to get it released it to get your clothes out.

Reach through the open panel. Get shopping advice from experts friends and the community. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. Thank you for your inquiry.

Use a t 20 torx screwdriver to remove the three torx head screws along the bottom front of the washer. If the washer door won t open and you hear a clicking sound at the door this could mean that the solenoid is not fully opening to let it unlock or possibly there is a mechanical issue with the latch or the washer door is bent downward in such a way that it still hangs onto the latch and won t let it unlock because of the pressure on the. Saturday from 8 a m. This indicator will not turn off until after the wash cycle is complete.

Pull down on the bottom panel and pull it away from the washer. Our chat service hours are monday friday from 8 a m. The door is locked and i cannot open it. Open the door after the door lock indicator turns off.

This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. If any of these components fails when the door is open the door won t lock.