Maytag Washer Door Lock Replacement

Scan the included wiring diagram until you find the wires labelled lid switch and lock switch the majority of washing machine lid lock switches are powered by 3 or 4 wires each of which performs a different function.

Maytag washer door lock replacement.

Made for maytag appliances our replacement parts are built tough for lasting dependability and help you make repairs quickly so you can get back to cooking and cleaning with the power and performance you expect. This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. How to replace the lid lock on a maytag bravos.

Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. Top load washer lid will not lock. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

The washer won t start if the control detects that the washer door is open and it won t spin if the control detects that the door is unlocked. 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 washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. Whirlpool w10443885 washer door lock genuine original equipment manufacturer oem part for whirlpool maytag amana crosley 4 6 out of 5 stars 163 61 96 61.

Were you using a fresh hold cycle available on some models. Here we will show you how to diagnose and replace a bad lid switch on a maytag whirlpool kenmore washer. Inspect the door lock for damage. If the door lock assembly clicks but the door doesn t lock it s likely that the door lock assembly is broken.

Hopefully these will be color coded. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. This washer repair guide shows how to replace the door lock assembly in a front load washer.