If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
How to fix kenmore washer door lock.
The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door.
Remove the screws with a phillips head screwdriver.
Step 4 put the lid back down and plug the washing machine back into the electrical outlet.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
If the appliance keeps running the magnet is in the proper location.
Place a magnet between the two so there is a magnetic connection between the lid lock and the solenoid inside the washer.
Find the two screws securing the control panel to the top of the washer.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
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The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Turn on the appliance and lift the lid.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
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.
If your washing machine s door either won t lock shut or won t open the door lock assembly is most likely the issue.
Unplug the kenmore washer power cord from the wall outlet.
Manually unlocking the washer is necessary if you need to cancel the cycle remove clothing or add clothing to the wash after you start the washing cycle.
If there is damage to the door lock assembly you can access it with the washer still unplugged by using the procedure in the link.
Inspect the door lock for damage.