The door of the LG washing machine does not open after finishing the wash: how to open it?

If your LG washing machine has completed the wash cycle, but the door cannot be opened, you need to take action. In this case, you should not pull the hatch handle or apply significant force. This may damage the device.

First you need to understand the causes of the malfunction and only then begin to eliminate them.

In this article we will tell you how to open the door of an LG washing machine if it does not open after washing.

In what cases is this normal?

After the drum finally stops, the hatch door remains locked - this is normal. The machine ends the program, so the lock will be closed. Normally this process takes about 1-5 minutes. If after the specified time the hatch has not unlocked, you need to look for other reasons.

Causes

If 5 minutes after the washing is completed the LG machine does not give any signals and the door remains locked, you need to understand the causes of the malfunction.

Among them:

1. Power surge or power outage. During voltage surges, the program could malfunction, resulting in the door being blocked.

   If the power is turned off and the device does not have time to complete the cycle, the hatch will remain locked.

2. The water drainage system is broken. This will leave some liquid in the drum, although it may not be visible.

   The control board does not receive a signal about the completion of the wash, which is why it does not open the door.

3. The hatch locking device is broken.
4. The Child Lock function is activated.
5. The control board is broken, which is why it cannot issue commands correctly.

Once the cause of the violation is discovered, we begin to eliminate it.

What to do?

To open the door of an LG washing machine, you can do this:

1. If the reason for blocking is the activation of the Child Lock function, it should be disabled. To fix the problem, you need to press the “Rinse+” (extra rinse) button and hold it for 5 seconds. The car will unlock and the hatch can be opened.
2. If the reason for the blockage lies in a power failure, you need to restart one of the short programs, for example, “Spin” or “Rinse”.
3. When the door does not open due to irregularities in the functioning of the drain system, it is necessary to check the hose for blockages. It is located on the back of the machine. You should also check the condition of the drain filter. Then you need to put “Spin” on repeat. When the program is completed, the hatch should open.
4. If the reason for the blockage is a malfunction of the control board, you should try to start the wash again. Before starting the program, the machine will check whether the door is closed. In this case, the blocking will automatically turn off. You can tell that the lock is not locked by clicking it. The problem can be solved if you have time to open the hatch at this moment. The washing program is simply reset.
5. When the reason for the blocking is reduced to a breakdown of the UBL, the machine must be turned off for half an hour. After 30 minutes, you should gently press on the door in the place where the lock is located. As a rule, the hatch can be opened.The fact is that the UBL has a built-in thermal plate, which is deformed when voltage is applied, which leads to the locking. If the plate does not receive power, it cools and returns to its original position. As a result, the lock can be opened.

If none of the methods help solve the problem, you should try to open the machine manually. Regardless of the method chosen, preparation consists of the following steps:

• unplug the cord from the socket - manually opening the hatch while the machine is plugged in is prohibited, this can lead to electric shock;
• drain the remaining water - an emergency hose is provided for this, it is located in the lower part of the body;
• collect liquid from the floor.

Method No. 1

You can use the emergency rope. Some LG washing machines are equipped with it. The end of the cable is located next to the drain filter. It cannot go unnoticed, as it is brightly colored.

Method No. 2

You can use any cord to open the door. The procedure is as follows:

1. Choose a thin lace. Its length should not be less than the diameter of the hatch.
2. Insert the string between the body and the door.
3. Pull the ends of the cord laterally, keeping it parallel to the hatch.
4. The loop should catch the tongue and the lock will open.

Instead of a lace, you can use thin wire. The main thing is not to scratch the body of the device.

If a suitable wire cannot be found, You can use a bank card. It is pushed under the hatch, in the area of ​​the castle. The plastic is pressed on the tongue, opening it.

Method No. 3

To get to the washing machine lock, you can remove the top cover. It is attached to two bolts, which can be found on the back of the device.

When the cover is removed, the lock can be visualized. You can reach it with your hand. When access to the lock is gained, you need to press the tab. This will open the hatch.

Call the master

The hatch blocking is not always caused by a failure in the electrical network or in the program. If the breakdown is serious, you will not be able to fix it on your own. In this case, you need to contact a specialist. The cost of repair depends on its complexity.

Approximate prices:

• replacing or cleaning a hose – from 1200 rubles;
• UBL repair – from 1900 rubles;
• repair or replacement of the control board – from 3200 rubles.

If parts need to be replaced, their cost will be paid separately. When the machine is under warranty, it is repaired free of charge at a service center.

You can find a master through advertisements on the Internet or in the newspaper.. To minimize the risk of encountering scammers, you need to ask a specialist in advance whether he takes money for a visit and approximately how much the repair will cost.

How to avoid problems with the LG washing machine in the future?

To avoid blocking the hatch after washing, you should follow the operating instructions for the LG washing machine. Do not pull the handle until the machine has completed the wash cycle.

You can protect the device from voltage surges if use stabilizers or high-quality surge protectors.

To prevent blockage from occurring due to a clog in the drain system, before putting things in the wash, you need to carefully check the pockets, fasten the zippers and buttons.

Conclusion

Blocking the door of your LG washing machine after washing is not a reason to panic. Most often, the problem can be resolved by restarting the program. If this does not help, you can open the door using available means. In difficult situations, it is better to seek help from a specialist.