Next open the lid and insert a screwdriver into the lid switch actuator hole.
Whirlpool cabrio washer lid lock won t lock.
The lid lock mechanisms on some washers are heat activated which means overriding them is as simple as letting them cool off.
Set the mode selector dial to normal.
Dip a cotton swab in isopropyl rubbing alcohol.
If you have a washer that has a door or a lid that won t open a broken part like the door lock could be the source of the problem.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
When starting a cycle the as soon as the lid lock is engaged the machine would stop functioning and emit a stead read more.
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Let the washer sit unplugged for about 10 minutes then try lifting the lid.
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Inspect the door lock for damage.
Turn the dial counter clockwise one click left clockwise three clicks right counter clockwise one click left then clockwise one click right.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
If it still won t budge proceed to plan b.
Turn the washer off.
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Door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
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Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Clean all contact areas on the lid and the washer.
The lid latch switch will not engage if it is dirty and is not making good contact to signal the washer to begin a cycle.
Lid will not if door does not unlock check the lid lock motor winding and switches by removing p12 from the machine.
To diagnose this problem you ll want to put the washer in a spin mode.