Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.
Maxima x steam washer door locked.
Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer.
You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock.
You may also see an f8 e1 error code.
My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open.
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 safety lock is designed to prevent people from opening the door when the water level or interior temperature inside the drum is too high.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
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 can t lock.
Fresh hold option is on.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
If the washing machine malfunctions or you need to stop the cycle and retrieve the clothing you can force the door to unlock.
Door locked at end of wash cycle.
It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit.
If the washer has an f8 e1 error or lo fl error the door will be locked and the control will be unresponsive.
The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.
While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
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When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.
Water remaining in washer after cycle.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
