Frigidaire Affinity Front Load Washer Door Lock Problems

If the load remains out of balance simply add one or two similar items to the load and restart the washer.

Frigidaire affinity front load washer door lock problems.

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Shut off the water wait for the safety lock to release on the door and redistribute the clothes evenly in the washer. Inspect the door lock for damage.

If your frigidaire top load washer was recently installed here are a few things to check if your washer is vibrating. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. Make sure the styrofoam shipping blocks have been removed from the bottom of the washer. There is the striker plate on the door itself which can crack or get jammed.

The load may be off balance. These front loading washing machines are high efficiency washers. Factory trained appliance technician with 20 years of in home appliance repair experience. The lock on the washer has three parts any of which can malfunction.

Affinity washing machines are manufactured by frigidaire. Defective parts are replaced free of charge during the first year of ownership if the appliance is used for normal household purposes. The washer needs to be resting firmly on the floor. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

Washers dryers refrigerators freezers dishwashers etc. There is the door latch which can fracture or get jammed. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly. Check to ensure it is level both front to back and side to side with each washer leg placed solidly on the floor.