Kenmore Series 500 Washer Lid Lock Problems

If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Kenmore series 500 washer lid lock problems. I am having a similar problem with my kenmore model 110 21302010. The sensing light comes on then the lid lock clicks. Replacement lid switches can be ordered from sears partsdirect online or by telephone. I have a kenmore model 110 25102310 series 500 top load washer.

But mine will not start at all. The problem may not necessarily be a broken lid lock. They are not visible or they have been removed. If your kenmore 500 series washer will agitate but will not spin replace the lid switch.

The lid lock light on vmw washers made by whirlpool kenmore and maytag will flash whenever there is a problem with the washer. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. Then we ll have the right replacement part ready and instructions on how to make the repair. The lid switch on your kenmore washer completes the electrical circuit when the lid is closed.

Enjoy the videos and music you love upload original content and share it all with friends family and the world on youtube. When your washer will not operate you need to troubleshoot the lid switch before investigating other possible causes. The lid lock light won t stop flashing and i don t know what to do. The appliance technician i m going to connect you with knows all the tricks and shortcuts.

Inspect the door lock for damage. If you do not have a volt ohm meter you can bypass the lid switch. The kenmore washing machine troubleshooting process begins with a list of symptoms. Sometimes appliance issues that that you think will be really complicated end up being easy to fix.

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. The best way to test the lid switch is with a volt ohm meter. I have a kenmore series 500 top load washer. This video from sears partsdirect shows how to troubleshoot a blinking lid lock light on your top load vertical modular washer.

The washer hums for a moment 1 2 seconds then the lid locked light goes off and unlocks. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. If your washer will not drain make sure the temperature where you keep your washer is above freezing or you may have a frozen drain pipe.