Maytag Maxima Steam Washer Door Locked

The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes.

Maytag maxima steam washer door locked.

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 door lock led light will blink. The control lock light is on as well. Gently pull the tab down about 1 4 inch or until a click is heard.

Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer. The door should unlock after 60 seconds. Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website.

Run a drain and spin cycle. Reach up along the inside of the front and locate the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.

Replace the door lock switch if defective. 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. After 8 minutes the door will unlock. It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit.

The door can t lock. See the first image below. You will have to remove the dispenser bezel trim to access the cord to pull it to open the locked door. The door can be manually unlocked.

You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock. Reconnect power to washer plug in. Fresh hold option is on. Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.

Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly. Disconnect the power cord from the power source. During this period you will be able to hear the pump running. There was an answered by a verified appliance technician.

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. Located on the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism is a tear shaped tab. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.

Remove the lower access panel. My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open. 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.