NO. The lid lock it to prevent injury to the people near the washer, as without it stopping the machine, the agitator will turn with the lid open. So. If you will open the top up, you should see the lid switch, and you should see the electric wires attached to it.
How do you bypass the lid lock on a Kenmore 700 Series washer?
Turn off the washer and unplug the appliance. Locate the retaining tabs and/or screws that hold the top horizontal panel down. Look for the lid lock switch on the underside of the top panel and where it fits into the appliance. Put the lid back down and plug the washing machine back into the electrical outlet.
How do I know if my washer lid switch is bad?
Signs The Lid Switch Is Bad
If the control panel doesn’t detect the switch as being engaged, then the washer won’t agitate or spin when you close the lid. Your washer may or may not fill with water when you have a bad lid switch depending on the model you have.
What is the function of a lid switch on a washing machine?
Your washing machine has a small switch that engages when you close the washing machine lid. This little switch was added to prevent injuries that used to be sustained by people who reached in the washing machine while it was operating.
How do you manually unlock a Kenmore washing machine door?
You can manually unlock the washer door by reaching behind the front panel and pulling the tab located on the bottom of the lock assembly. You can now open the door and examine the interior of the lock assembly for foreign objects.
