Electrolux Front Load Washer Door Latch Broken

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Electrolux front load washer door latch broken.

However they typically cost more can have mold issues and sometimes the door or door hinge breaks in which case the washer will need a door adjustment or a latch repair. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. The door can be opened about 5 minutes after the end of the washing cycle after the bimetal in the door lock has cooled down. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

Inspect the door lock for damage. Front load washing machines have several benefits. The door of the washing machine cannot be opened. Pull the screwdriver handle up to pop the panel off of a front loader.

Front loader washing machine integrated and freestanding resolution. Do this slowly to ensure that you don t bend or break the panel. With the head of the screwdriver wedged in between the 2 panels slide the handle up with moderate pressure to pop the panel off. You will likely need a new door latch.

This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the door latch on an electrolux washing machine. Too short time since the end of the program. If the front load washer is leaking the pump may be damaged. Once the right side is off repeat the process on the left side.

All of the information for this door latch replacement video is applicable to the following brands. 1317632 131763256 washer door lock latch switch assembly for electrolux frigidaire kenmore crosley ge front load washer. Yes you have a door strike that goes into the door latch to keep it closed. The most common reasons for replacing the latch is if the washer will not run or if the door will not stay shut.

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.