Maytag Maxima Steam Washer Door Locked

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Maytag maxima steam washer door locked. Reconnect power to washer plug in. Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. Located on the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism is a tear shaped tab.

You will have to remove the dispenser bezel trim to access the cord to pull it to open the locked door. The door should unlock after 60 seconds. My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open. Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.

During this period you will be able to hear the pump running. The door lock led light will blink. It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit. 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.

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 be manually unlocked. The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes. Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.

Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed. Gently pull the tab down about 1 4 inch or until a click is heard. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.

We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. After 8 minutes the door will unlock. While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours. Remove the lower access panel.

The control lock light is on as well. 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. Replace the door lock switch if defective. The door may immediately unlock.

Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly. The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain. Reach up along the inside of the front and locate the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism. The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.

The door can t lock. Run a drain and spin cycle. Fresh hold option is on. There was an answered by a verified appliance technician.