Frigidaire Affinity Washer Broken Door Latch

The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.

Frigidaire affinity washer broken door latch.

The lock on the washer has three parts any of which can malfunction. 1317632 131763202 131763256 washer door lock latch switch assembly 1317633 door strike for electrolux frigidaire white westinghouse crosley gibson ge. The frigidaire affinity front load washer model ltf2140es0 secures the door with a latch switch so the door doesn t accidentally open during the wash cycle. There is the striker plate on the door itself which can crack or get jammed.

Before tumbling starts you can stop the washer and then wait for the water to drain off the window before opening the door. Door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Replace part 131763256 131763310 4 7 out of 5 stars 169. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

This should disable the lock. If the latch becomes damaged your. Watch this how to video with simple step by step instruct. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.

On a front load washer the door will be locked during the entire wash cycle. The frigidaire affinity is a well made clothes washer but even it can break over time. To open the door during the spin cycle stop the washer and wait 1 to 3 minutes for the lock to release do not force the door open. There is the door latch which can fracture or get jammed.

Push the start pause button to stop the current wash cycle. Need help replacing the door lock and switch assembly part 131763202 in your frigidaire washer. 365 days to return any part. Original high quality parts for frigidaire affinity washer door latch in stock and ready to ship today.

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