How to open a washing machine if it is locked

An automatic washing machine is a type of household appliance that is found in 8 out of 10 apartments of modern families. The machine makes life easier for housewives. Therefore, equipment malfunction is a serious problem.

Automatic cars are equipped with an automatic hatch locking system. One of the most common problems is a malfunction of the locking devices. As a result, the owners of the car begin to frantically look for a way out - pulling the hatch, trying to open it by force and doing other stupid things. We will tell you what to do and pay attention to each of the popular manufacturing brands.

Washing machine door lock system

The purpose of the devices is to ensure safe washing by blocking the door. The system works automatically. The hatch remains locked after washing for 1-2 minutes - a standard function included in the machine program.

The equipment sometimes malfunctions, as a result of which the door is blocked and cannot be opened even after the wash is completed. Causes of malfunction:

• machine software failure.Problems with electronic components arise from voltage surges, power outages or interruptions in the water supply process;
• the hatch closing block is worn out;
• The drain hose is clogged. Some of the water remains in the drum, and the automation thinks that the wash is not finished. As a result, the lid cannot be opened just like that;
• The child safety system accidentally turned on.

If you have problems with the power supply, you need to wait until the system resets. In different models, the process takes from 20 to 30 minutes, after which the computer automatically unlocks the hatch. This option will not help if there is water left in the drum of the machine.

A protective function that prevents children from getting into the car and harming themselves. If you accidentally turn on the function, opening the hatch will also be problematic. The protection is turned off by simultaneously pressing two keys on the unit’s dashboard. Combinations are unique to each manufacturer and are specified in the instruction manual.

If the wash is finished, but the water has not completely left the tank, try one of the options:

• restart the “Spin” program. The option with the “Rinse” function also helps;
• if repeating one of the two above operations does not help, you need to check the condition of the drain hose. If the element is clogged, clean it, and then start the “Spin” again;
• The third option is to use the emergency release cable. The option is usually located near the filter, usually in the lower right corner. The cable is painted red, less often - orange.

Important! Don't pull the cable. You need to pull the handle smoothly and carefully.

• The last method is suitable only for self-confident people. If you cannot find the release cable, you can try to manually remove the lock from the hatch.To do this, disconnect the machine from the power supply and remove the top cover of the unit. Next, disconnect the locking device and carefully tilt the machine. This will tilt the drum back and give access to the closing block. Now feel the lock tongue and open it.

Attention! The option is difficult and requires considerable physical strength. You won't be able to complete the task on your own, so ask someone to help you.

Using one of these principles, with a 95% probability you will be able to open the hatch of the washing machine. The remaining 5% are various nuances of individual brands of equipment and serious breakdowns that only a qualified technician can solve.

How to unlock an LG washing machine

The LG product range is equipped with a child safety locking system. To disable the function, you need to simultaneously press the combination of the “SUPER RINSE” and “PREVENT” keys. Next, you need to press “START/PAUSE” to enter your own, necessary settings.

Manufacturers of LG washing machines are concerned about their customers. The instructions for using the equipment have a separate paragraph with a detailed description of the actions that will allow you to unlock the door.

How to unlock a Bosch washing machine

To open a Bosch brand machine, you need to stop the washing process and activate the “RINSE/SPIN” function. The second way is to activate the “DRAIN” program and press the “Speed ​​Perfect” button two or three times. The option may not work the first time, so you can try repeating it several times.

Bosch units also provide an emergency cable, which is located at the bottom of the machine, near the filter. There is also an emergency drain hose there.The first element will help open the door if there is no water, the second - if there is still liquid in the drum.

How to unlock a Samsung washing machine

If the unit has not opened for more than 5 minutes, you need to perform an emergency reboot of the equipment and turn off the machine for half an hour. The computer will reset the last program and open the hatch. The “Spin” mode will help if there is water left in the drum.

If the automatic water pumping system breaks down, you need to drain the water yourself. To manually remove the liquid, there is an emergency drain hose near the filter in the lower right corner of the machine. The door will automatically unlock after all the liquid has been drained.

Another emergency function for opening the hatch is located there - this is an emergency cable. The element must be carefully pulled and the door will open.

The manufacturer recommends contacting repair specialists, even if you managed to fix the problem yourself. The reason is that the malfunction may occur again, which in the future will lead to a serious malfunction and failure of the entire mechanism.

How to unlock an Indesit washing machine

To open a locked Indesit machine door, first check for water:

• if the unit has drained water. First try rebooting the machine. To do this, you need to disconnect from the power supply and wait about half an hour. During this time, the computer will reboot and the hatch will unlock. There is no way to wait and you need to quickly open the door - start the wash again. The machine will check whether the door is locked - first remove the lock, and then turn it on again. It is enough when the door is open to interrupt the wash and open the hatch. A characteristic click will indicate that the lock has been removed.The third option is to carefully pull the emergency opening cable, which is located at the bottom of the unit;
• if water remains in the drum and the “DRAIN” function does not help, you need to manually remove water from the machine through the emergency drain hose. Next, the machine will unlock automatically or you will need to use one of the three options described in the previous paragraph.

How to unlock an Ariston washing machine

According to information from Ariston, most often the door is blocked due to voltage surges and power outages. Solution - you need to use one of two possible options:

• emergency release cable;
• manual drainage of water.

Both functions are located near the filter in the lower right corner of the unit.

The instructions for the technique indicate other possible solutions:

• If you select the “Baby” wash cycle or turn on light ironing, the machine will slowly rotate the drum at the end of the wash. To stop the machine and unlock the hatch, press the “START/PAUSE” button. You can also restart light ironing;
• Using the “Silk” function sometimes results in the water not draining out at the end and remaining in the machine. To drain the water, press “START/PAUSE” or light ironing mode.

Conclusion

In general terms, the process of unlocking a washing machine door is similar for all manufacturers. Enterprises are notified of all the nuances and features of the equipment in the instructions for using the units. There is also a detailed description of options for solving the problem.

The main recommendation is to never throw away the instructions and other accompanying documents that come with your household appliances.

Important! Regardless of the brand and model of the automatic washing machine, the fault must be reported to the technician. This will protect against repeated incidents. Also, you should not take hasty actions, use force or try to repair the unit yourself - this will most likely lead to even more serious damage.