Maytag Neptune Washer Door Not Locking

After plugging the washer in one of the following 3 events will happen.

Maytag neptune washer door not locking.

When i power it up the machine runs for a few minutes then the d o signal flashes and then a f l flashes and it is making a quick slow buzz sound. I have a maytag neptune washer that is leaking from the door. Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled. If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.

I m not sure why the door won t close all the way. 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. If not call for service. It is locked shut with a load of clothes in it.

Plug the appliance into a grounded 3 pronged outlet per the installation instructions. Many parts also have a video showing step by step how to fix the lid or door won t close problem for maytag mah5500bww. So if your mah5500bww washer lid or door comes open lid or door not closing or lid or door won t lock the following info will help you identify the problem. The door may immediately unlock.

This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. Run a drain and spin cycle. Maytag washer door or lid won t lock 01 door lock motor and switch assembly the door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.

The door should unlock after this is complete. Reconnect power to washer plug in. Parts for maytag mah5500bww. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.