The door of the LG washing machine does not close.

LG automatic washing machines feature a double door protection system that prevents the door from opening during the wash cycle. First, there's a mechanical lock—the door can't be opened without pressing a special "tab." An additional safety feature is a special latch that securely locks the hook in place, preventing accidental opening.

Sometimes, the machine simply stops locking the door, and the user is unable to start the wash cycle. Let's figure out why the door of an LG washing machine won't close. How can you fix this problem yourself?

What exactly could have broken?

There are several possible causes for the drum door not closing. To identify the cause, try to understand how your "home helper" is behaving. Try closing the door and analyze the situation.

• If the door doesn't close completely, or if something feels like it's being held back, there are two possible causes. First, the hinges may be warped, causing the hook to not engage in its groove. Second, the latch itself may have become misaligned. In this case, you'll need to disassemble the door and adjust the rod that holds the hook.
• If the door closes but there's no click, check the guide. If it's warped, the part will need to be replaced.
• If the door slams shut but doesn't lock, there are three possible causes. First, a component in the control unit has failed, causing the machine's "brain" to malfunction. Second, the door lock is clogged; in this case, you can try removing and cleaning the lock. Third, the lock is broken, requiring repair or replacement.

All reasons that lead to the drum door not closing can be either electronic or mechanical.

When it comes to electronic issues, the washing machine may not operate properly due to problems within the machine. This includes malfunctions of the door lock and main control module. This means the door closes, but the door doesn't lock; the "brain" doesn't issue the command, and the wash cycle doesn't start.

Mechanical causes are any external malfunctions. The drum door may not close due to a broken handle, warped hinges, deformation of the guide plate, or damage to the tongue. In this case, the sash will not be able to close tightly.

Modern LG washing machines can automatically run diagnostics and notify the user of any system problems. Certain errors indicate door problems. For example, the dE error code indicates an open door, while the LE error code indicates a door lock issue.

The handle broke

The plastic handle of the housing is quite fragile. After several years of use, or if the "home assistant" is handled carelessly, the fragile material can become damaged. Therefore, you should not slam the door too hard, allow children to play with it, hang wet items on the door, or try to open the machine by force before it unlocks.

If the problem is a broken handle, the element will need to be replaced.

What should you do first? First, you need to purchase a new handle. The components should be selected for the specific model of your automatic machine. Next, prepare your tools—you'll need a screwdriver and a small, blunt knife.

Experts recommend that novice washers take photographs of all their repairs when reassembling the machine. This will help avoid mistakes when reassembling the machine. Replacing the door handle is a multi-step process.

• De-energize the washing machine.
• Remove the door from its hinges and place it on a horizontal surface.
• Disassemble the hatch into pieces: remove the screws around the circumference, use a blunt knife to separate the plastic halves and pull out the glass.
• remove the metal pin that holds the handle in place.
• Replace the broken part with a new one and assemble the locking mechanism and the door itself in reverse order.

Once the metal rod is removed, the mechanism will disassemble into four parts: the broken plastic handle, the pin, the latch, and the spring. Install the new handle and reassemble the locking mechanism. It's a good idea to compare the parts using the photographs you took earlier.

The tongue was deformed and the loop was skewed.

If you periodically press hard on the door or tug on it, you can eventually deform or even break the retaining hinge. Another reason why the drum door does not close may be due to incorrect installation of the equipment. If the machine is not leveled, it will vibrate excessively during operation, which will damage fragile components.

Inspect the machine and visually assess the degree of "skew." Try adjusting the hinge by tightening any loose bolts. If it's clearly damaged, you'll need to install a new one.

Sometimes a non-closing door is caused by a faulty hook. When the metal rod wears out or becomes dislodged, the latch no longer engages and locks into place. Furthermore, the latch can break completely, as it constantly experiences stress when the door opens and closes.

To replace the locking mechanism elements, you must:

• de-energize the washing machine;
• remove the door;
• unscrew the connecting screws around the circumference of the hatch;
• split the sash into halves, remove the glass;
• remove the metal pin;
• replace broken parts of the mechanism;
• reassemble the door in reverse order.

If the tongue breaks, experts advise replacing the entire door handle immediately.

What should you do if the problem isn't caused by mechanical damage to the machine? You'll need to address the machine's electronic components.

Something happened to the castle

The door lock is a fairly complex mechanism. Its job is to ensure the system is sealed and prevent the door from opening during the wash cycle. The device remains energized throughout the entire cycle, causing it to become hot.

Door locks usually fail due to power surges. Another cause is user impatience. The door plate heats up during the wash cycle, and after the program ends, it needs a couple of minutes to cool down. Some people don't want to wait and start tugging hard on the door, trying to quickly access their clean clothes. This can cause the locking mechanism to fail.

Replacing the door lock switch is easy. You can buy a new sensor online or at a specialty store. The key is to choose the right model for your washing machine. The procedure is as follows:

• unplug the washing machine;
• turn off the tap that supplies water;
• remove the outer clamp securing the drum cuff;
• bend back the sealing rubber from the right side and unscrew the 3 bolts holding the UBL;
• Press the locking latches and remove the blocker;
• disconnect the wiring from the lock;
• connect the wires to a working UBL, put the device in its place;
• secure the blocker with screws;
• straighten the rubber cuff and put the ring clamp back in place.

This is how the door lock is replaced; there's nothing complicated about the upcoming repair. After installing the new device, plug in the machine and try running a cycle. If the door locks and the washer begins filling with water, the job is complete.

If none of the above helps restore the machine to working order, the electronic module is likely damaged. It's best to leave diagnostics and repair of the control board to specialists. Messing around with the washing machine's "brains" without the necessary knowledge and experience is not recommended, as it could only make the situation worse.

   

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