Frigidaire Washer Door Lock Not Working

Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

Frigidaire washer door lock not working.

Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Locate and clean your door lock to remove any films or debris that may have built up. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

When i close the door and press start it just buzzes loudly for a few seconds and that s it. You likely will need to remove all or part of the washer s cabinet to remove the switch. If you find your switch shows any of the symptoms above you will need a replacement door lock. If cleaning it does not resolve the issue remove the door lock from the appliance to inspect it for damage cracking or wear.

The frigidaire affinity is a well made clothes washer but even it can break over time. It is usually located along the frame of the washing machine under the lid. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity. The buzzing seems to be coming from the door lock.

Hi my frigidaire washer is not working. 10 09 build date model. The washer will not wash if the door does not close and lock. And just to clarify what s the exact model.

If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity. Inspect the door lock for damage.

You should now be able to pry the washer s door open to add clothes or remove items. This should disable the lock. The lock on the washer has three parts any of which can malfunction. There is the striker plate on the door itself which can crack or get jammed.

The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. To complete the frigidaire front load washer door latch bypass can be quickly done by pressing the control lock button for five seconds. Can you guesstimate how old your frigidaire is.