Electrolux Front Load Washer Door Latch Broken

The door can be opened about 5 minutes after the end of the washing cycle after the bimetal in the door lock has cooled down.

Electrolux front load washer door latch broken.

Make sure the door lock icon is not active. Part of door latch broke off in the locking mechanisms which is located in the machine body. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. Inspect the door lock for damage.

If there is water in the machine the door cannot be opened. Remove the plastic ring by removing a locking spacer which is by the door hinge and held in place by one screw. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. On some models if there is a problem with opening the door and the display is off turn on the washing machine and make sure the door lock icon is not active.

Model electrolux eiflw55hiwo my repair advice. Door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. 1317632 131763202 131763256 washer door lock latch switch assembly 1317633 door strike for frigidaire white westinghouse crosley electrolux ge gibson front load washer replace 131763256 131763310. To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity.

Open the door and use a number two square bit or a phillips head screwdriver to unthread the screw securing the door trim locking plate. Make sure the door lock icon is not active. If the front load washer is leaking the pump may be damaged. 4 7 out of 5 stars 89.

3 00 coupon applied at checkout save 3 00 with coupon. However they typically cost more can have mold issues and sometimes the door or door hinge breaks in which case the washer will need a door adjustment or a latch repair. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Front load washing machines have several benefits.

Temple tx january 14 2015 appliance. 3 remove the plate and rotate the trim counter clockwise to detach it from the front panel.