Maytag Maxima Steam Washer Door Locked

Disconnect the power cord from the power source.

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. After 8 minutes the door will unlock. When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed. Reconnect power to washer plug in.

During this period you will be able to hear the pump running. The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door. Gently pull the tab down about 1 4 inch or until a click is heard. The door should unlock after 60 seconds.

Replace the door lock switch if defective. Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage. The control lock light is on as well. The door lock led light will blink.

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. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. Remove the lower access panel.

The door can t lock. You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. See the first image below.

Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly. The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes. The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain. You will have to remove the dispenser bezel trim to access the cord to pull it to open the locked door.

There was an answered by a verified appliance technician. Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer. My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open. The door can be manually unlocked.

This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time. Fresh hold option is on. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.

Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection. Reach up along the inside of the front and locate the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism. Run a drain and spin cycle. Located on the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism is a tear shaped tab.