Pausing the wash cycle is how it can be disabled.
Maytag front load washer door lock.
If not call for service.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
Always clean the door area for soap build up.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Once under tools tap the control lock icon.
Reconnect power to washer plug in.
Does the lock need to be cleaned.
If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
Plug the appliance into a grounded 3 pronged outlet per the installation instructions.
Press this icon to lock the controls.
Verify that there is nothing blocking the door and the lock mechanism.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
Swipe up to unlock.
With a 10 year limited parts warranty 1 you can trust that a maytag front load washer has the power and perseverance to keep your clothes clean load.
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.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
It must be unlocked to operate or run a cycle.
The control lock can also be set while the machine is running to prevent someone from stopping or changing a cycle.
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When the control is locked the cycles cannot be started or changed.
If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
If the washer does not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the appliance or disconnect power.
The door should unlock after this is complete.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
