Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.
Maytag front load washer door lock.
If not call for service.
The control lock can also be set while the machine is running to prevent someone from stopping or changing a cycle.
If the washer does not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the appliance or disconnect power.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
Verify that there is nothing blocking the door and the lock mechanism.
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Plug the appliance into a grounded 3 pronged outlet per the installation instructions.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
It must be unlocked to operate or run a cycle.
If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
Swipe up to unlock.
Once under tools tap the control lock icon.
The door should unlock after this is complete.
Does the lock need to be cleaned.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
Press this icon to lock the controls.
Always clean the door area for soap build up.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
When the control is locked the cycles cannot be started or changed.
Maytag front load washer door locked at install if you have unboxed your front load washer to find that the door is locked and you are unable to open it please review the following instructions.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
