Whirlpool Duet Door Lock Error

We have a whirlpool duet washer and dryer and the washer will randomly come up with an error code of dl and f flashing and the washer will lock.

Whirlpool duet door lock error. You can also check for continuity in the door switch using a multi meter. Confusing codes flashing on the washer control panel add to your frustration. The machine comes equipped with a large object filter at the bottom of the machine behind the front toe panel. Lift it up and out to remove it to access the filter.

My washer was stuck in the locked position and this is how i fixed it. Sometimes resetting your washer with the push of a few buttons does the trick. The door of the whirlpool duet washing machine will lock and unlock automatically based on a number of preset conditions. But all is not lost.

Go ahead and inspect the door striker to ensure it s engaging properly with the lock assembly. You can manually unlock the door. If your washer is experiencing a malfunction the door may fail to unlock automatically. Your whirlpool duet washing machine automatically locks the door as a precaution against opening the door during a wash cycle.

Whirlpool front loading washing machines have automatic door locking systems that are programmed to open at the end of each wash cycle. If the door did not lock small hands or preoccupied minds might open. If the appliance determines a problem with the system or a mechanical failure occurs the door will not unlock automatically. Whether your clothes are in the washer or still in the clothes basket a whirlpool duet washer with a door that won t unlock is likely to be a huge problem.