Washing machine - How to replace door lock (2)
Applies to
- Washing machine
Resolution
Refer always to your product’s user manual safety information before any repair or maintenance operation. https://www.electrolux.com/support/user-manuals/
WARNING! RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
Before any repair or maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
WARNING! RISK OF INJURY
Always take care when moving appliances. For heavy appliances it's safest for two persons to move it. Always use safety gloves and safety footwear. Wear safety gloves at all times to protect from cuts from sharp edges.
WARNING! RISK OF EYE INJURY
Wear safety glasses if you perform maintenance or repair work involving springs.
WARNING! RISK OF PINCHING
Wear safety glovesif you perform maintenance or repair work involving belts.
WARNING! CHOKING HAZARD
Small parts not for children under 3 years. Keep all small parts and packaging out of reach of children.
Only adults should use or install the product.
Before any maintenance operation, turn off water supply to the appliance. Always empty the appliance of all the water. Any maintenance should be carried out with the appliance standing upright. Residual water could damage electronics if the appliance is placed on any of its sides.
Make sure to use the product only for its designated purpose and verify that it is a compatible part for the intended product.
Do not use or install the product if damaged.
Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences if not done properly and might void the warranty. Possessing the necessary know-how is essential.
HOW TO REPLACE DOOR LOCK, WIRING HARNESS
1. Use two small screwdrivers to stretch the spring to remove the tension on the connection ring.
2. Whilst taking the tension off of the connection ring pull it forward and remove from the door seal.
3. NOTE: To reassemble, repeat the steps in reverse using the screwdrivers to remove the tension on the spring and refit around the groove on the door seal.
4. Pull back the door seal from the surround of the appliance.
5. Unscrew the two PH2 screws from the door lock and remove the cover plate.
6. Unclip the door lock from the door lock wiring cover.
7. Remove the wiring connector from the door lock. Be careful not to damage the connector. Remove the door lock harness from the harness cover.
8. Open the detergent drawer and push the tab at the backof the drawer to release the detergent drawer.
9. Unscrew the two 8mm screws on the back of the washing machine lid and slide back to release.
10. Unscrew the five PH2 screws on the control panel crossbar and the two 7mm screws at the top of the control panel.
11. Unscrew the two PH2 screws in the detergent drawer housing.
12. Carefully release the cable holder. Pull the control panel towards you to release the control panel.
13. Carefully pull the wiring up from the door lock area and cut the cable tie holding the harness to the control panel. NOTE: Ensure that the cable tie is replaced during reinstallation.
14. Carefully disconnect wiring connectors from the door lock position on the circuit board. (Note: Take a photo of the wiring positioning/location before disconnecting) Be careful not to damage the connectors.
15. When assembling, repeat steps in reverse order.