Kenmore Elite Washer Door Lock Failure

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Kenmore elite washer door lock failure.

Ultra durable 131763310 washer door striker replacement part by blue stars exact fit for frigidaire kenmore washers replaces 131763300 ap3580441 ps890617. Inspect the door lock for damage. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. You can manually unlock the washer door by reaching behind the front panel and pulling the tab located on the bottom of the lock assembly.

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. In the most popular video series on our youtube channel the pros at sears home services share their best troubleshooting tips for common problems befalling top loading high efficiency washers. Once you get the washer door lock working again test the washer in the spin mode when it is empty. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

There is one screw on the lower front of each end cap of the panel. 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. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. The lock and switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically.

When you push the washer and dryer back into place get help and carefully push at the very bottom of the washer. Monitor on the first cycle with laundry in it to make sure that there is no damage to the spin basket or tub bearing. Watch this how to video with simple step by step instructions for a success. Find the two screws securing the control panel to the top of the washer.

Je kenmore elite washer door lock latch switch 8182634 c1. 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. You can now open the door and examine the interior of the. Step 1 unplug the kenmore washer power cord from the wall outlet.

Test any electrical switches with an ohm meter for continuity. If the washer lid or door won t lock the lock and switch assembly might be defective. Need help replacing the door lock latch part wp8182634 in your kenmore washer.