Inspect the door lock for damage.
Front load washer door latch broken.
The door switch may be malfunctioning.
The most common reason for replacing the.
If the door lock assembly isn t working as it should replace it with a manufacturer approved replacement part.
Replace the entire assembly if any component fails.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Again the male portion of the latch is inside the door.
If a component fails with the door is closed the door won t open.
On most whirlpool models the door must be closed and locked before any wash cycle will begin.
The front load washer features a door switch that is actually a safety feature.
The door latch inside the door of my lg front loading washer model wm8000hwa is broken.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
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This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the door latch on a whirlpool front load washer.
If any of these components fails when the door is open the door won t lock.
If the front load washer is leaking the pump may be damaged.
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.
Do i need to replace the entire door or is there a part within the door that can be replaced.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
These switches are generally located on the washer s door frame.
If the door lock assembly clicks but the door doesn t lock it s likely that the door lock assembly is broken.
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The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
These repair steps work for kenmore 796 series and lg front load washers.