Kenmore Front Load Washer Door Locked

Most top load washing machines have a lid lock that is heat activated.

Kenmore front load washer door locked. Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door. I have a kenmore front loading washing machine with a locked door my machine has a small access door in the lower left side for draining and cleaning the filter. If the lid is still locked you ll need to have the washer serviced to determine the exact cause of the failure. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Wait about 10 minutes and see if the lid has unlocked itself. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Slide a flathead screwdriver in the seam of the bottom panel for a front loader. 4 6 out of 5 stars 194.

Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. 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 door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. On the right side of the machine slide a flathead screwdriver in between the frame and this bottom panel.

Inspect the door lock for damage. I can not locate a manual unlocking read more. To manually unlock and open the door remove the bottom front service panel reach up into the cabinet and pull down on the manual release tab on the bottom of the door lock switch assembly. Replace part 131763200 131763202 131763245 131763255 131269400 wh10x27534 4 4 out of 5 stars 61.

Inspect the bottom of your washing machine on the front. Check for foreign objects in the door lock receiver. 3 5 out of 5 stars 7. The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub.

Then pull the door open. 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. Ultra durable 131763310 washer door striker replacement part by blue stars exact fit for frigidaire kenmore washers replaces 131763300 ap3580441 ps890617. If the lid is locked simply unplug the washer from its power source.

There is a 2 6 in 5 1 15 2 cm panel that appears to be a part of the machine. Kenmore washer parts front load door lock 131763200.