The door can t lock.
Maxima x steam washer door locked.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
If the washer has an f8 e1 error or lo fl error the door will be locked and the control will be unresponsive.
Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.
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Our maytag maxima steam washer has a flashing yellow light next to door locked the door won t open and the machined cannot be turned on.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours.
If the washing machine malfunctions or you need to stop the cycle and retrieve the clothing you can force the door to unlock.
If the washer was powered on before being connected to water the door may be locked and it may go into a drain mode.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
There was an answered by a verified appliance technician.
Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer.
The safety lock is designed to prevent people from opening the door when the water level or interior temperature inside the drum is too high.
Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.
My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open.
The control lock light is on as well.
Fresh hold option is on.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
You may also see an f8 e1 error code.
It would be a good idea to see if no debris has stuck in the door lock unit.
The washer door will unlock at the end of the drain.
Door locked at end of wash cycle.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
Water remaining in washer after cycle.
