You will have to remove the dispenser bezel trim to access the cord to pull it to open the locked door.
Maytag maxima steam washer door locked.
Clear any debris out of the door lock assembly.
The code goes on in case your washer cannot lock the door.
The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes.
You may also want to test all wiring connections leading to the lock.
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.
The control lock light is on as well.
Run a drain and spin cycle.
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Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.
Unplug the washer and check the door lock assembly for damage or a loose wiring connection.
Remove the lower access panel.
Disconnect the washing machine from the mains grid and inspect the door lock unit for any possible damage.
Located on the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism is a tear shaped tab.
Replace the door lock switch if defective.
The door should unlock after 60 seconds.
During this period you will be able to hear the pump running.
Reach up along the inside of the front and locate the bottom of the door switch lock mechanism.
Disconnect the power cord from the power source.
Gently pull the tab down about 1 4 inch or until a click is heard.
The door lock led light will blink.
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Reconnect power to washer plug in.
Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.
While this option is on the fan blows and the load is tumbled periodically for up to 12 hours.
Fresh hold option is on.
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Select drain spin to remove any water remaining in the washer.
When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed.
The door can t lock.
My maytag maxima steam washer door is locked and will not open.
The door can be manually unlocked.
Without a model number i can t give you a specific answer but if you have a maytag mah style front load washer the door can be unlocked by pulling the release cord located in the dispenser area.
After 8 minutes the door will unlock.
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.
The door may immediately unlock.