A broken lid switch or lid lock assembly can prevent the washer on a laundry center from spinning.
Washer lid lock problem.
The lid will lock and the machine will enter a pump out mode for 8 minutes.
Look for the lid lock switch on the underside of the top panel and where it fits into the appliance.
If it does not detect both water supply hoses are turned on the control detects a problem with the water pressure sensor.
These switches are generally located on the washer s door frame.
The front load washer features a door switch that is actually a safety feature.
On most whirlpool models the door must be closed and locked before any wash cycle will begin.
Go ahead and inspect the door striker to ensure it s engaging properly with the lock assembly.
If it fails washer waits for water to enter into the tub that causes stop mid cycle.
Examine your washer s tech sheet to determine which wires to cut.
Scan the included wiring diagram until you find the wires labelled lid switch and lock switch the majority of washing machine lid lock switches are powered by 3 or 4 wires each of which performs a different function.
Maytag washer door or lid won t lock.
A faulty drive motor drive system failure drain system problem or a control system failure can also prevent the washer from spinning.
Hopefully these will be color coded.
When your washer will not operate you need to troubleshoot the lid switch before investigating other possible causes.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
01 door lock motor and switch assembly.
If there is a problem with door lock or it is not latched shut the door switch prevents washer to operates or stop mid cycle.
The best way to test the lid switch is with a volt ohm meter.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
This washer has sensors that detect the water supply and requires both hoses to have water going to the water valve.
Water inlet valve lets water to enter the washtub.
Place a magnet between the two so there is a magnetic connection between the lid lock and the solenoid inside the washer.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
A vertical modular top load washer flashes the lid lock light instead of a code when the washer won t start.
01 door lock motor and switch assembly.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
Lg washer door or lid won t lock.
This video shows how to troubleshoot flashing lid lock errors on a vertical modular washer.
