If the washer has an f8 e1 error or lo fl error the door will be locked and the control will be unresponsive.
Maxima x steam washer door locked.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
Water remaining in washer after cycle.
While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer.
Fresh hold option is on.
My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open.
If the washer was powered on before being connected to water the door may be locked and it may go into a drain mode.
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.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
You may also see an f8 e1 error code.
The door can t lock.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.
The control lock light is on as well.
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The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.
Door locked at end of wash cycle.
If the washing machine malfunctions or you need to stop the cycle and retrieve the clothing you can force the door to unlock.
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If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit.
