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.
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If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
The control lock light is on as well.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
Water remaining in washer after cycle.
Fresh hold option is on.
You may also see an f8 e1 error code.
If the washer has an f8 e1 error or lo fl error the door will be locked and the control will be unresponsive.
My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.
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Door locked at end of wash cycle.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
If the washer was powered on before being connected to water the door may be locked and it may go into a drain mode.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.
Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
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Reconnect power to washer plug in.
While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours.
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Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.