Maytag Maxima Steam Washer Door Locked

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Maytag maxima steam washer door locked.

See the first image below. During this period you will be able to hear the pump running. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. The door should unlock after 60 seconds.

Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time. While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours. Our maytag maxima steam washer has a flashing yellow light next to door locked the door won t open and the machined cannot be turned on. The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.

The door can t lock. Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly. My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open. Run a drain and spin cycle.

After 8 minutes the door will unlock. The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door. Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage. This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.

Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer. Reach up along the inside of the front and locate the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism. The door may immediately unlock. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.

When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed. The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes. Without a model number i can t give you a specific answer but if you have a maytag mah style front load washer the door can be unlocked by pulling the release cord located in the dispenser area. Located on the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism is a tear shaped tab.

You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock. Reconnect power to washer plug in. Gently pull the tab down about 1 4 inch or until a click is heard. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.

Disconnect the power cord from the power source. The door can be manually unlocked. It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit. Remove the lower access panel.

The control lock light is on as well. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. You will have to remove the dispenser bezel trim to access the cord to pull it to open the locked door. Replace the door lock switch if defective.