Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
Maytag maxima washer door lock problem.
The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes.
The door lock led light will blink.
Here are the most common reasons your maytag washer door lid won t lock and the parts instructions to fix the problem yourself.
Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.
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Now the door is locked and the drain pump motor continually runs.
I have the maytag maxima 4 3 cu.
Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.
Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models.
The door may immediately unlock.
The door will not immediately unlock while the cycle is running due to a possible high water level in the washer high water temperature tumbling or spinning.
Now the door lock light flashes and m.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
After 8 minutes the door will unlock.
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It may take up to five minutes for the washer to stop spinning and draining before the door will unlock.
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During this period you will be able to hear the pump running.
Never had this problem before.
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No controls works except for the door lock button which is blinking.
There is nothing preventing the door from closing.
I have the maytag maxima 4 3 cu.
Washing machine door lock motor and switch assembly.
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.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
My maytag front load washer has a blinking door locked and the door will not open up.
You will hear the door click when it unlocks.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
The door can t lock.
Load is very small.
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Bought the washer in december.
The door should unlock after 60 seconds.
Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.
You can also see the code when the door switch is activated with the door closed.