Is the door locked and the add a garment light off.
Maytag 3000 series washer door locked with door open.
The door may immediately unlock.
Does the drain pump run constantly.
Is the door locked and the add a garment light on.
Was the washer turned on before being connected to water.
The door should unlock after 60 seconds.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes.
Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.
Is water hooked up to the washer and turned on.
During this period you will be able to hear the pump running.
Maytag front load washer door will not open.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
After 8 minutes the door will unlock.