Hoover Washing Machine Door Lock Problem
Replace the door handle if the hook is broken.
Hoover washing machine door lock problem. Hoover service operations are continuing to operate but we are trying to strike a balance between following the government s advice to reduce the risk and spread of coronavirus and remaining operational. Disconnect from the mains remove the lid and lean the machine back at 45 degrees look inside towards the door lock you ll see the latch sticking through the lock slide this across and the door will open if the handle is broken take photographs before you dismantle it to replace it they are notoriously difficult to re assemble without a picture would you like me to look for a new door lock for you. The pump may also be defective. The problems that prevent drainage include blockages in the drain filter or the drain pump.
Hoover washing machine e03 means that your washing machine has a draining issue. If it doesnt then the control board will be the problem. 2 the ntc heater or bi metal strip fail 3 the plastic gets to hot and distorts inside the lock causing it to jam. Take the door lock out from behind the door and check the wiring is ok on there.
A fault inside the main pcb or even an open circuit motor or heating element on some washing machines can result bizarrely in the door lock activating and locking with displays and lights coming on but washer will not do anything at all. Washing machine door locks really only get 3 major faults 1 the points between live and common fail in some way. If you can visibly see water left in the drum at the end of the wash then it s likely you have a blockage in the drain hose or the pump. Covid19 important information from hoover uk.
If so then you can try and replace the door lock and see if this cures the problem here. Usually if you have the door lock light flashing its the lock itself thast the problem here. There are lots of different reasons why a washing machine door might refuse to budge including. Drainage as with all washing machines if the excess water cannot be drained away from the drum adequately not only will the cycle stop but the door will also lock.
If the lock the handle or the door itself does not have any visible damage it s time to proceed to the next step. Some hotpoint and indesit machines have this anomaly.