If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
Lg washer door won t lock.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
If the lg washing machine is not in the middle of a wash cycle or the cycle has stopped due to malfunction follow the next steps.
To activate the cycle press the power button to turn off the washer.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
3 weeks ago the door lock starting producing kind of noise like solenoid coil getting on off while machine make a cycle but door was keeping close.
If the machine is in motion the door will lock automatically to prevent access to its moving parts.
To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity.
Watch this how to video with simple step by step instructions for a succes.
The lock and switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically.
The washer will now drain and the door will unlock once the cavity is empty.
The switches should have continuity according to their design.
The door latch is broken.
If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it.
Test any electrical switches with an ohm meter for continuity.
This indicator will not turn off until after the wash cycle is complete.
Press the spin speed button then press the start pause button.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it.
If the lock is closed and the door remains locked then it is a sign of a malfunction.
The door lock is broken.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
How to fix 1.
Your lg front load washing machine was designed with the safety locking feature to protect you and your home from any injury or damage.
This is a very common problem.
Press it again to turn the washer back on.
Open the door after the door lock indicator turns off.
If you stop or pause a cycle the door may remain locked until it is safe to open.
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The lock and switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically.
The problem might be the main control board.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Door or lid latch assembly.
Activate the drain spin cycle to drain the washer if it is full of water.
Switch assembly might be defective.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
Hello i have lg washer wd 1243fhb.
Symptom the washer door is not closing.
Why the washer door is not closing.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
