Is this a door latch problem that is being displayed on the control panel? Is the door mechanism broken? Is the door latch working, but is jammed and will not open? Is this a control panel lock problem, where the washer is locked and will not operate? There are several different causes of door latch problems.
If you are experiencing problems with the door locking, or if the washer is displaying and error code of "Fdl" or "Fdu", the door latch commonly needs replaced. The following link explains how:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3575840-replacing_a_door_latch
If this is a matter of a door jam and you cannot open the washer, there is a manual release you can use to open the door. The following link explains:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3576511-door_jam_on_kenmore_elite_and_whirlpool_
If this is a Control Lock issue where the control panel is locked and you cannot use the washer, the following link explains how to turn the feature on/off:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3608801-control_panel_lock
If you have any questions, please post back and let me know. I hope this information is helpful to you.
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