Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door.
Kenmore washer door locked light flashes.
I did some google searching and found that there could be a few different issues that are causing the lid lock light to flash or blink on the control panel of my washer.
Your whirlpool duet washing machine automatically locks the door as a precaution against opening the door during a wash cycle.
How to unlock a whirlpool duet washing machine.
Be sure the lid lock and lid striker are aligned and secure as they can become loose from years of vibration or slamming the washer lid shut.
Yet it was not until around 4 30 pm the light began to flash.
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The lid lock light is flashing on my top load washer.
Why did the lid lock light start flashing when it was not being used.
I followed the instruction and unplugged my kenmore washer for 5 minutes and so far it is working as it should.
I have an older kenmore top loading washing machine.
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.
If the door did not.
Be sure lid lock and lid striker are clean as lint or detergent buildup can block the switch and cause the flashing light.
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.
The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub.