How To Repair Door Lock On Maytag Washer

Motor repair costs tend to run high and that maybe your indicator to start researching new washers.

How to repair door lock on maytag washer.

Mvwx600xw0 how to run diagnos. Sometimes called the washer s door hinge the door lock assembly has three key components. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

Your maytag bravos top loading washing machine comes equipped with a lid lock that locks the washing machine lid in the closed position during the. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. If the repair costs begin piling up it might be more cost effective to purchase a new one and consider the delivery and washing machine installation costs. Inspect the door lock for damage.

There are videos out there on how to fix other lid sensors of this model but not for this sensor so i made one. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed. Door not completely closed due to interference. If door cannot be locked the washer goes into pause mode and a code is generated.

If any of these components stops working when you have the door open the door won t 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 door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. A safety switch that detects whether the washer door is closed a latch and a locking mechanism.

Door locked at the end of the cycle. Check door lock mechanism for damage misalignment or foreign objects. How to replace the lid lock on a maytag bravos. Before a washer s expected lifespan ends it may pay to repair the washer.

Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models. At the start of a cycle the washer attempts to lock the door 6 times. This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.