Kenmore Front Load Washer Door Won T Lock

The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

Kenmore front load washer door won t lock.

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. The door lock assembly on a front load washer includes a safety switch that detects whether the washer door is closed a latch and a locking mechanism. 01 door lock motor and switch assembly. These repair steps work for kenmore 796 series and lg front load washers.

Replace part 131763200 131763202 131763245 131763255 131269400 wh10x27534. The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub. However they typically cost more can have mold issues and sometimes the door or door hinge breaks in which case the washer will need a door adjustment or a latch repair. We also have instructions for replacing the lid switch lock on a top load washer.

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. If a component fails with the door is closed the door won t open. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Replace the entire assembly if any component fails.

1317632 131763256 washer door lock latch switch assembly for electrolux frigidaire kenmore crosley ge front load washer. Watch this how to video with simple step by step instructions for a success. If the front load washer is leaking the pump may be damaged. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Kenmore washer door or lid won t lock. Front load washing machines have several benefits. Kenmore washer door or lid won t lock.

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. Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Need help replacing the door lock latch part wp8182634 in your kenmore washer.

If any of these components fails when the door is open the door won t lock.