Maytag Washer Lid Lock

Some will fill with the lid open but will not advance if the lid remains open.

Maytag washer lid lock.

Quality except in lg made kenmore is gone in the other 2 kenmore products made by 2 other manufacturers. The lid will lock and the machine will enter a pump out mode for 8 minutes. This washer has sensors that detect the water supply and requires both hoses to have water going to the water valve. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

This lock acts as a safety mechanism. If it does not detect both water supply hoses are turned on the control detects a problem with the water pressure sensor. However some washing machines come with a lid lock. Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.

Some models have lights on the console which show when the lid is locked. This washer has sensors that detect the water supply and requires both hoses to have water going to the water valve. W10240513 washer lid latch lock strike replace part p4514459 ps2579805 ap6017583 replacement for whirlpool kenmore amana maytag roper sears 4 4 out of 5 stars 46 7 99 7. Inspect the door lock for damage.

Most washing machines come equipped with a lid switch. The lid will lock and the machine will enter a pump out mode for 8 minutes. When lit the lid is locked and cannot be opened without pausing the cycle. Jump the lock at the lid switch to stay open.

This switch is connected to a solenoid that completes a circuit allowing the machine to run only if the top is down. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. If it does not detect both water supply hoses are turned on the control detects a problem with the water pressure sensor.

When the light is off the lid can be opened. Lid locks are problematic in new kenmore washers as well. Close the washer lid before starting the washer. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.