The lock of the LG washing machine can break for a number of reasons. Usually, the UBL fails due to long-term use, that is, due to mechanical wear. Also, factors causing a malfunction include frequent voltage drops, violation of operating rules, breakage of the locking tongue, skewing of the fastening, malfunction of the control board triac and jamming of laundry between the body and the door. The technicians of our service will eliminate any type of lock failure in a short time.

Replacing the door lock in LG washing machines

In automatic washing machines LG special locks with blocking devices are installed on the hatch doors. This is an integral part of the equipment, which blocks the door and ensures safe operation of the device. If the lock in the washing machine is broken and does not work, the equipment will not turn on, that is, it will not start the washing program.

It is unlikely that you will be able to repair the UBL yourself. Unqualified intervention can put it out of order completely. It is better to immediately contact professionals who will replace the locking mechanism in a short time.

Signs of a broken lock

The mechanism consists of a lock, a thermoelement and a bimetallic plate. All components are located in a plastic case. The locking system and the locking mechanism itself are connected by a spring located at the bottom of the hatch. When a command is received from the control module, the locking device receives a signal, transmits it to the bimetallic plate, which presses the lock. As a result, the door is locked. After the wash is completed, the elements of the locking mechanism return to their original position, and the hatch opens.

There are a number of signs that indicate that the locking mechanism of the washing machine is broken. These are:

• The hatch does not open after the washing process is completed and the appliance is disconnected from the power supply.
• The hatch does not lock after the washing process has started.
• An error code corresponding to the breakdown appeared on the display. You can see what a particular code means in the operating instructions for the washing machine.

If you have found at least one of the listed signs of a broken lock, call a technician. A specialist from our service will arrive in the next couple of hours and promptly eliminate the malfunction.

How to change the lock in an LG washing machine?

The lock replacement is performed by the master in several stages. These are:

• Disconnecting the machine from the power supply.
• Forced opening of the hatch in case of its blocking. Removing the rubber clamp.
• Opening access to the lock, dismantling fasteners, disconnecting terminals and removing the device.
• Installing a new mechanism.

Next, the technician tests the equipment's functionality and, if everything is in order, issues a warranty card.

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