How To Repair Door Lock Lg Washer Top Load

A de error code indicates that the washer door was unable to lock.

How to repair door lock lg washer top load.

To determine if the door lock has failed electrically use a multimeter to test each of the door lock switches for continuity. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Look for the lid lock switch on the underside of the top panel and where it fits into the appliance. Step 4 put the lid back down and plug the washing machine back into the electrical outlet.

If the lg washing machine is not in the middle of a wash cycle or the cycle has stopped due to malfunction follow the next steps. The most common reasons for replacing the lid lock are when the washer door or lid won t lock the washer won t spin or the washer won t start. This indicator will not turn off until after the wash cycle is complete. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Place a magnet between the two so there is a magnetic connection between the lid lock and the solenoid inside the washer. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Open the door after the door lock indicator turns off. If any of these components stops working when you have the door open the door won t lock.

If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. A safety switch that detects whether the washer door is closed a latch and a locking mechanism. Inspect the door lock for damage. Press power to turn the washer off.

Sometimes called the washer s door hinge the door lock assembly has three key components. Replace the washer door hinge. Unplug the washer from the power outlet or turn the circuit breaker to the unit off. Repairing an lg top loading washer.

This video provides step by step repair instructions for replacing the lid lock or door lock on a lg top loading washing machine.