Whirlpool Cabrio Washer Lid Lock Flashing

The lcd panel on whirlpool cabrio washers displays the stages of a cleaning cycle.

Whirlpool cabrio washer lid lock flashing.

Replaced lid lock with new upgraded style. To diagnose this problem you ll want to put the washer in a spin mode. The washer starts to spin for about 2 to 5 seconds but then shuts off and the lid lock light will start flashing. Placing a separate magnet there will create a stable electromagnetic connection with the solenoid and trick the machine into thinking that the lid is.

Whirlpool cabrio platinum model number wtw8240yw0. When attempting this make sure power is off to the washer and use extreme caution. Next open the lid and insert a screwdriver into the lid switch actuator hole. My lid lock keeps flashing red even with the power off and the machine wouldn t start.

Set a magnet on the site where the lid lock switch meets the washer cabinet. Just under the unit s housing at this spot there is a solenoid which is a type of powerful electromagnet. Lid lock latching mechanism replacement. Cust states that when it gets to the spin cycle it stops and the lid lock light starts blinking cust stated that it drains the water.

And when i do power it up it s on pause with lights flashing. This can reset the washer and clear the flashing lid lock light. Sometimes it is a series of letters and numbers. I have tried running the whirlpool washing machine in test mode to find the problem.

If your whirlpool cabrio washer will fill with water but won t spin the lid lock switch is probably bad. The lid lock flashing reasons causes and repair solutions are for most whirlpool kitchenaid maytag amana and kenmore top loading washing machines. The panel also lights up like a christmas tree when there is a problem. Whirlpool cabrio washer mod read more.

Whirlpool cabrio washer mod wtw5600 xw2. This is one of the most common problems with direct drive washing machines. Havent been there yet read more.