Maytag Neptune Washer Door Locked Won T Open

Hello the only way to unlock the door is to remove the soap dispenser on the top of the machine.

Maytag neptune washer door locked won t open.

When using one of these cycles the door will remain locked until the cancel button is pushed. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. This is a page about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

Door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Maytag neptune model p mah6700aww. The door will not immediately unlock while the cycle is running due to a possible high water level in the washer high water temperature tumbling or spinning. It may take up to five minutes for the washer to stop spinning and draining before the door will unlock.

Just started it answered by a verified appliance technician. Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally. Lift open the washer s lid or pull the front loading washer s door open to retrieve clothing in the washer. Reconnect power to washer plug in.

Four screws hold the plastic housing in place. Run a drain and spin cycle. Remove the housing and a small cord will be visible pull on it and the door will open. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.

Inspect the door lock for damage. You will hear the door click when it unlocks.