How To Repair Door Lock On Washing Machine

Most washing machines come equipped with a lid switch.

How to repair door lock on washing machine.

Suppose i ve started a wash program and at the last moment discover i ve forgotten 1 sock. Washing machines have a bi metal strip inside the door lock which is heated by ptc heater resister when live and neutral are activated on to the pcts it heats up and bends the bi metal strip which then moves the arm to activate the common terminal and push a pin into the closed door to lock it in place. It somehow defined as the safety mechanism used on front load washing machines and some top load washers. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

This switch performs the same function but the lid must be locked in place for the machine to wash. However some washing machines come with a lid lock. On this type of door lock there is normally a 2 to 5 minutes delay before the mechanism releases because it takes a short time for the bi metal strip to cool down if the door will not open then try unplugging the machine from the power and on some washing machine you will need to drain the water out see other video tutorials on this. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

If i turn child lock off the display still shows a lock symbol. This video tutorial will show you how you change the lock on your lg washing machine without having to buy a new machine. This switch is connected to a solenoid that completes a circuit allowing the machine to run only if the top is down. The display always shows a lock symbol.

It is the best medium to prevent away the door or lid from being opened while the washing machine is in the timeline of the operation. No water has yet entered the machine and i would like to quickly open the door and put the sock in and close the door. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. The door lock of the machine is also known by the name of interlock as well.

Inspect the door lock for damage.