The lock mechanism consists of some switches and normally a lock unlock solenoid or wax motor solenoid.
Whirlpool washing machine door locked shut.
You can manually unlock the door.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
Step 2 hold down the control lock button on your whirlpool washer for three seconds at the end of the washing cycle.
This unlocks the door and allows you to access the washer.
Set a magnet on the site where the lid lock switch meets the washer cabinet.
My washer was stuck in the locked position and this is how i fixed it.
Your whirlpool duet washing machine automatically locks the door as a precaution against opening the door during a wash cycle.
Placing a separate magnet there will create a stable electromagnetic connection with the solenoid and trick the machine into thinking that the lid is.
The front load washer features a door switch that is actually a safety feature.
If the door did not lock small hands or preoccupied minds might open.
Go ahead and inspect the door striker to ensure it s engaging properly with the lock assembly.
Whirlpool washer door or lid won t lock.
The door of the whirlpool duet washing machine will lock and unlock automatically based on a number of preset conditions.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Pull on dangling plastic cord or strap on the top right of the access compartment.
On most whirlpool models the door must be closed and locked before any wash cycle will begin.
Once you re finished with the washing machine be sure to put the screw back into place.
Door lock motor and switch assembly.
If the water in the washer is warmer than 122 degrees fahrenheit or the water level is set higher than wool delicate or hand wash the washer must drain before the door latch will unlock.
When the cycle is started the washer control will activate the lock solenoid wax motor to prevent the door or lid from being opened.
If the appliance determines a problem with the system or a mechanical failure occurs the door will not unlock automatically.
Just under the unit s housing at this spot there is a solenoid which is a type of powerful electromagnet.
These switches are generally located on the washer s door frame.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
