Electrolux Washer Door Lock Broken

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.

Electrolux washer door lock broken.

The door of the washing machine cannot be opened. Washing machines must have some way in which you can lock the door closing mechanism when the machine is started up and then unlock them with a certain delay normally two minutes after the current has switched off via the program or on off switch in order to ensure that the door cannot be opened while some of. Sometimes called the washer s door hinge the door lock assembly has three key components. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Check if there is water in the machine. Door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Handle of the washing machine s door is faulty. Already tried unplugging it and starting a new cycle.

Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. 1317632 131763256 washer door lock latch switch assembly for electrolux frigidaire kenmore crosley ge front load washer. Replace part 131763200 131763202 131763245 131763255 131269400 wh10x27534 4 4 out of 5 stars 57. If any of these components stops working when you have the door open the door won t lock.

This will soak up any water that spills over when you open the door. Tumble dryer s door will not open or is defective broken. If your washing machine has stopped working or you re trying to open the door mid cycle set 4 5 dry towels down under the washing machine s door. I washed a load of clothes yesterday and the machine s door won t open.

Turn on the washing machine and make sure the door lock icon is not active. For a top loading washer go ahead and skip this section. Understanding how a door interlock works helps you decide if it is faulty or not.