If any of these components fails when the door is open the door won t lock.
Front load washer door latch.
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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.
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.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
In some circumstances your new washer may arrive with the door locked.
If you get stuck though you can drain the water from front load washers using the emergency drain hose.
Once the water is gone the door will unlock.
Door locked at installation.
Replace the entire assembly if any component fails.
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.
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If the front load washer is leaking the pump may be damaged.
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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.
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This can occur from normal shipping movement.
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Child lock also will lock the door on some models like front loaders.
If the door did not lock small hands or preoccupied minds might open.
If a component fails with the door is closed the door won t open.