Maytag Front Load Washer Door Lock Problems

Don t stand for this kind of appliance misbehavior.

Maytag front load washer door lock problems.

The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. The door may immediately unlock. Was the washer just installed.

Run a drain and spin cycle. I noticed that my maytag maxim front load washer was flashing door lock and error code f6e1 i think along with annoying chimes or buzzing. The door should unlock after this is complete. This can occur from the normal shipping movement.

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Verify that there is nothing blocking the door and the lock mechanism. Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.

Always clean the door area for soap build up. Front load washing machines have several benefits. During this period you will be able to hear the pump running. After 8 minutes the door will unlock.

Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset. Perhaps your washing machine is vibrating during spin cycles or making noises during wash cycles. The lid lock is a default feature of your maytag front loading and top loading washer to prevent opening the appliance while the cleaning cycle is in progress. Reconnect power to washer plug in.

Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time. Do something about it. If the front load washer is leaking the pump may be damaged. If not call for service.

The door lock led light will blink. 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. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. In some circumstances your new washer may arrive with the door locked.

However they typically cost more can have mold issues and sometimes the door or door hinge breaks in which case the washer will need a door adjustment or a latch repair. Some common maytag front load washer problems include not agitating or spinning and not draining or filling with water. The door should unlock after 60 seconds. Inspect the door lock for damage.

It stopped right after it dispensed the detergent and i ve tried all of the not so helpful repair advise on the maytag website and i still can t get it unlocked.