Maytag Neptune Door Lock Stuck

The code says door is open.

Maytag neptune door lock stuck.

After 8 minutes the door will unlock. How can i get the lock to release. The door should unlock after 60 seconds. Door locked at installation.

This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. The door lock can fail either mechanically or. Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time. Click here for more information on how to unlock your washer door when locked at the time of installation.

During this period you will be able to hear the pump running. The door lock led light will blink. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. When i turn off the washer or unplug it and try to restart it the door latch will still not release.

The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. This can occur from normal shipping movement. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.

I have a maytag neptune washer that the door is stuck closed and the latch will not release. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. The door may immediately unlock.