There is one screw on the lower front of each end cap of the panel.
Kenmore door lock light front washer.
Clear any debris or objects from the receiver.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
If a component fails with the door is closed the door won t open.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
Remove the screws with a phillips head screwdriver.
Find the two screws securing the control panel to the top of the washer.
The door lock assembly on a front load washer includes a safety switch that detects whether the washer door is closed a latch and a locking mechanism.
Check for foreign objects in the door lock receiver.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
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1317632 131763256 washer door lock latch switch assembly for electrolux frigidaire kenmore crosley ge front load washer.
Unplug the kenmore washer power cord from the wall outlet.
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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.
Replace the entire assembly if any component fails.
If any of these components fails when the door is open the door won t lock.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub.
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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 the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.