Press the “drain and spin” button on the washer’s control panel to attempt to unlock the machine.

How to unlock a whirlpool washing machine. Pull down on the bottom panel and pull it away from the washer. 0 seconds of 3 minutes, 6 secondsvolume 0%. Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.

First, check over the door to ensure that the machine is not in a spin cycle. If your model has a button like this, press and hold it for three seconds. Once engaged, the switch locks the lid and signals the washer’s control.

If the screwdriver fits between the door. This may drain any excess water that could cause the machine to remain locked. To bypass a lid lock on a whirlpool washer, begin by unplugging your washer and let it cool down for 10 minutes.

Plug the washer back in, or turn the circuit. Lift the panel away from the body of the washer. First, ensure the machine is not spinning by looking through the door.

Reach through the open panel and up to the door lock. The lid switch should automatically engage when the washer is on, and the lid is closed. Look for the unlocking button of the washer.

The door lock led light will blink. Check that it is aligned correctly and isn’t loose. If necessary, realign it and then.