Samsung Front Load Washer Door Not Locking

Unplug your samsung washing machine.

Samsung front load washer door not locking.

To deactivate the lock push and hold the spin and soil level buttons for six seconds. Click here to view part dc64 00519b on amazon. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. This feature is meant to prevent children or other non authorized users from operating or accessing the machine.

How to fix a door switch on a samsung front load washer. Samsung washer door is locked. 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.

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly. Normally waiting for the cycle to end is all you need to do to unlock the door or turn your washer on if it s off. Locate the washer door latch and look to see if it is broken or cracked. Once the water is gone the door will unlock.

One of the most likely reasons why the samsung washing machine may have power but not operate is if the child lock has been activated. Child lock also will lock the door on some models like front loaders. The door lock assembly for samsung front load washers are made of plastic. If you slam the washer door or close it too hard it will damage the door lock and it may not open unlock lock or close.

If you have a samsung front loading washer and the door has stopped locking or closing properly you need to check the washer door lock latch assembly. The door latch will most likely be part dc34 00024b or. Samsung washer door is locked your washer door locks to prevent water from coming out especially for front load models. Child lock also will lock the door on some models like front loaders.

This video will show you how to fix or replace a door switch on a front load washer that won t lock. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. Get the part number off of the washer door lock assembly. Inspect the door lock for damage.

If you get stuck though you can drain the water from front load washers using the emergency drain hose.