Frigidaire Dishwasher latch not working
Common reasons your Frigidaire Dishwasher latch not working
The most common reasons your Frigidaire dishwasher door latch is not working are a broken door latch mechanism, damaged door switch or a broken door spring.
37% of the time it's the
Door Latch Mechanism
18% of the time it's the
Door Switch
12% of the time it's the
Door Spring
33% of the time it's the
Something else
Most common repairs needed to fix a Frigidaire dishwasher
Door Latch Mechanism Replacement
When you find that the door latch is not working on your Frigidaire dishwasher, check for a broken latch mechanism. A strike at the top of the dishwasher opening fits into a slotted catch in the door latch assembly. Spring-loaded clips inside the catch of door latch assembly grab the strike and hold the door shut during the dishwashing cycle. A broken door latch mechanism won’t allow the strike to enter the catch so the door won’t shut properly and the cycle won’t start. Schedule a Sears Home Services Repair Expert to fix your dishwasher when a broken door latch mechanism won’t let the door shut properly.
Door Switch Replacement
The door switch detects when the dishwasher door is closed to the control can start the dishwashing cycle. When the door switch is bad, the dishwasher door can be shut and latched properly but the control won’t start the cycle because the bad switch detects that the dishwasher door is still open. When the dishwasher door is shut and latched but the control won’t start the cycle, schedule dishwasher repair service to have a Sears Home Services technician visit your home and check the door switch. The tech will replace the door switch if it’s broken.
Door Spring Replacement
A broken door spring can jam against the door hinge and prevent the dishwasher from closing. You typically can see a broken door spring without disconnecting electrical power to the dishwasher and pulling it out of the cabinet slightly. If you cant access the door spirngs by pulling the dishwasher out slightly by yourself, schedule repair service. Pulling the dishwasher completely out of the cabinet is a task best left to a professional. When you suspect that a broken door spring is preventing your dishwasher door from closing, have a Sears Home Services Repair Expert fix the problem.
What to expect when you experience a Frigidaire dishwasher latch not working issue
How is the Frigidaire dishwasher latch not working problem fixed?
Correcting most door latch not working problems usually involves replacing the door latch mechanism, door switch or door spring. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a Frigidaire dishwasher latch not working
When the dishwasher door latch is not working it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of dishwasher failures.
What to look out for with a Frigidaire dishwasher latch not working diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your dishwasher problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
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Additional possible Frigidaire dishwasher symptoms you may experience
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- Frigidaire dishwasher noisy
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- Frigidaire dishwasher display not working
- Frigidaire dishwasher burning smell