Kenmore Front Load Washer Door Lock Problems

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Kenmore front load washer door lock problems.

Troubleshooting a kenmore front loading washing machine could save you a lot of money on a repair bill. Inspect the door lock for damage. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. 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.

If the washer does not have a drain problem the issue may be with the lock mechanism itself. Check for foreign objects in the door lock receiver. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Then pull the door open.

Kenmore front loading washing machines will give you years of service. Less likely causes are a problem with the wiring or the main electronic control board. 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. Inspect the door lock for damage.

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. Sometimes things do go wrong especially after the warranty runs out. You can manually unlock the washer door by reaching behind the front panel and. The washer control may not unlock the door if the water level pressure switch indicates the washer is still full of water.

The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.