Maytag Maxima Washer Door Lock Problem

Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.

Maytag maxima washer door lock problem.

Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. After 8 minutes the door will unlock. My maytag front load washer has a blinking door locked and the door will not open up. The door may immediately unlock.

The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door. I started my maytag maxima washing machine but got to turn on the water. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. Here are the most common reasons your maytag washer door lid won t lock and the parts instructions to fix the problem yourself.

Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection. We make fixing things easier. I have the maytag maxima 4 3 cu. Never had this problem before.

Door locked at the end of the cycle. Gray front load washer. No controls works except for the door lock button which is blinking. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.

Now the door is locked and the drain pump motor continually runs. There is nothing preventing the door from closing. You will hear the door click when it unlocks. Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.

The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes. You can also see the code when the door switch is activated with the door closed. Bought the washer in december. During this period you will be able to hear the pump running.

Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly. In this situation the door lock or switch needs replacement. The door can t lock. I have the maytag maxima 4 3 cu.

Gray front load washer mhw7000xg. The door lock led light will blink. Replace the door lock switch if defective. Now the door lock light flashes and m.

The door should unlock after 60 seconds. This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. En español live chat online. Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.

Today when i went. Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models. Load is very small. Washing machine door lock motor and switch assembly.