Kenmore Washer Water Remaining In Bin Locked Door

You should then be able to open the door.

Kenmore washer water remaining in bin locked door.

The kenmore front loading washer remains locked during the wash cycle and as long as water remains in the washtub. 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. Unplug the washer to disconnect electrical power and remove the bottom front service panel as shown below. Allow any water left in the washer to drain into the pan.

You can then carefully reach up along the front panel and pull down on the manual release tab that is on the bottom of the door lock assembly until it clicks. Once you get the washer door lock working again test the washer in the spin mode when it is empty. Place a shallow pan in front of the filter door at the bottom of the washer to collect water left in the tub. When you push the washer and dryer back into place get help and carefully push at the very bottom of the washer.

You may find the washer tub full of water. Replace part 131763200 131763202 131763245 131763255 131269400 wh10x27534 4 4 out of 5 stars 61. Without an automatic locking mechanism you could open the door. Monitor on the first cycle with laundry in it to make sure that there is no damage to the spin basket or tub bearing.

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.