When a vertical modular washer runs into a problem the washer stops and the lid lock light will start flashing and flashing and flashing and keep flashing until you fix the problem.
Kenmore washer door locked flashing.
If the washer is still full of water reassemble it and try to run a drain spin cycle after you remove the clothes.
This washer is made by kenmore whirlpool and maytag.
The washer will normally signal an error code if it fails to drain and stops with the door locked.
It will also signal a fault for most other component failures.
Pressing the power button cancels the fan dry option and unlocks the door.
Press the drain and spin button on the washer s control panel to attempt to unlock the machine.
This may drain any.
2 press and hold the end of cycle cycle signal button s for 20 seconds and this should reset the washer and clear the flashing light.
The kenmore front loading automatic washer automatically locks when a wash cycle is currently in progress and prevents accidental opening of the washer s door until the cycle is finished.
1 unplug the washer for 10 minutes and this may reset the washer and clear the flashing light.
Check the video links below for more info.
Manually unlocking the washer is necessary if you need to cancel the cycle remove clothing or add clothing to the wash after you start the washing cycle.
Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door on.
With the lid lock light flashing what are you going to do.