Fresh hold option is on.
Maxima x steam washer door locked.
If the washer has an f8 e1 error or lo fl error the door will be locked and the control will be unresponsive.
It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
The door can t lock.
If the washing machine malfunctions or you need to stop the cycle and retrieve the clothing you can force the door to unlock.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock.
You may also see an f8 e1 error code.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
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Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.
Water remaining in washer after cycle.
Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer.
Our maytag maxima steam washer has a flashing yellow light next to door locked the door won t open and the machined cannot be turned on.
The control lock light is on as well.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
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If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
Door locked at end of wash cycle.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
The safety lock is designed to prevent people from opening the door when the water level or interior temperature inside the drum is too high.