Maytag Washer Door Lock Replacement

If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.

Maytag washer door lock replacement.

Inspect the door lock for damage. Here we will show you how to diagnose and replace a bad lid switch on a maytag whirlpool kenmore washer. This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. Whirlpool w10443885 washer door lock genuine original equipment manufacturer oem part for whirlpool maytag amana crosley 4 6 out of 5 stars 163 61 96 61.

Scan the included wiring diagram until you find the wires labelled lid switch and lock switch the majority of washing machine lid lock switches are powered by 3 or 4 wires each of which performs a different function. Top load washer lid will not lock. Examine your washer s tech sheet to determine which wires to cut. If the door lock assembly clicks but the door doesn t lock it s likely that the door lock assembly is broken.

Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Door locked at the end of the cycle. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.

Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. Hopefully these will be color coded. This washer repair guide shows how to replace the door lock assembly in a front load washer. The washer won t start if the control detects that the washer door is open and it won t spin if the control detects that the door is unlocked.

Made for maytag appliances our replacement parts are built tough for lasting dependability and help you make repairs quickly so you can get back to cooking and cleaning with the power and performance you expect. How to replace the lid lock on a maytag bravos. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches.