Kenmore Washer Wont Start Door Locked

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.

Kenmore washer wont start door locked.

The lock and switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically. Open the door after the door lock indicator turns off. Test any electrical switches with an ohm meter for continuity. If the washer lid or door won t lock the lock and switch assembly might be defective.

If the lg washing machine is not in the middle of a wash cycle or the cycle has stopped due to malfunction follow the next steps. If you have an electronic lock you ll need to pry the bottom panel off and pull the tab connecting to the lock. To start lay down some towels and a bucket or pan to catch any water that spills out. Then if you have a manual lock use fishing line or nylon string to wrap around the door and pop the lock off.

A failed timer main electronic control board user interface board or motor control board can also prevent the washer from starting. Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door on the washer at. The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub. This indicator will not turn off until after the wash cycle is complete.

This is a very common problem. Watch this how to video with simple step by step instructions for a success. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

Inspect the door lock for damage. Manually unlocking the washer is necessary if you need to cancel the cycle remove clothing or add clothing to the wash after you start the washing cycle. The kenmore front loading automatic washer automatically locks when a wash cycle is currently in progress and prevents accidental opening of the washer s door until the cycle is finished. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. If the washer is getting power but doesn t start the switch that senses whether the lid or door is shut or locked might have failed. 01 door lock motor and switch assembly the door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.