Front Load Washer Door Lock Bypass

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Front load washer door lock bypass.

After it is determined that the door locking mechanisms are intact and that the door is able to stay shut the next thing to do is make sure that the lid switch has continuity which can be tested with a. Without an intact connection the wires won t be able to channel the electrical current that causes the lid to remain locked. Reconnect power to washer plug in. This should disable the lock.

Push the start pause button to stop the current wash cycle. You should now be able to pry the washer s door open to add clothes or remove items. Shop french door shop side by side shop top freezer. Snip the wires corresponding to the lid lock mechanism and lid switch.

To complete the frigidaire front load washer door latch bypass can be quickly done by pressing the control lock button for five seconds. Grab a pair of pliers or some sharp scissors and make a nice clean cut right through the center of each wire. The door switch on a front loading washing machine must be engaged for the washer to start and the locking mechanism must be activated. Wait approximately 2 minutes for control to reset.

If the washer will not unlock at the end of a wash cycle unplug the washer or disconnect power. Bypassing a lid switch on a front loader involves a few steps and safety precautions must be made beforehand according to part select.