Kenmore Elite Door Latch Lock Out Problem Machine

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Kenmore elite door latch lock out problem machine.

Inspect the door lock for damage. There are ways to prolong the life of the door lock assembly and there are causes of premature door lock failures. The lock and switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically. Door or lid latch assembly if the washer lid or door won t lock the lock and switch assembly might be defective.

Unlocking the problem if the washer does not have a drain problem the issue may be with the lock mechanism itself. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Reach up inside the bottom of the washer and locate the door latch assembly on the right of the opening next to the door. If the timing is correct the cycle will start and the lid lock led will be on.

Feel along the side of the assembly and locate the catch controlling the. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. The clicks are most likely the relay on the control so i suspect the problem is the door latch assembly. Remember to unplug the washer first.

Test any electrical switches with an ohm meter for continuity. You can manually unlock the washer door by reaching behind the front panel and. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. The loose connection could also be internal in the circuit board also.

The image below will show how to access the door lock. A loose wiring connection at the door lock assembly or at the machine control board could also cause a dl code and not even have a door lock failure. If not replaced then you should be aware of the dc motor noise. This is a very common problem.

The kenmore front loading automatic washer automatically locks when a wash cycle is currently in progress and prevents accidental opening of the washer s door until the cycle is finished. The door latch can be a do it yourself project. The lamp is intended to replace the dc motor in order to show that the washing machine is trying to close the door. If you miss the correct timing the display will show dl error door lock i guess.