Component guide
Door / lid lock
Confirms a door or lid is secured before certain operations.
What it does
Confirms a door or lid is secured before certain operations.
Symptoms that can involve this component
Will not start/spin, door code, lock clicking.
Other causes that can look similar
Obstruction/alignment, latch/strike, lock mechanism, wiring/control.
Homeowner-safe observations
Record the exact error code, when it occurs, noises, visible water/frost, and whether the problem is consistent. Use only user-accessible filters, vents, hoses or controls described in the owner manual.
When service is appropriate
Internal electrical measurements, energized testing, gas work, sealed refrigeration work and component replacement should be handled according to the manufacturer service information by a competent person.