How To Change The Door Lock Switch On Maytag Oven

Open the oven door.

How to change the door lock switch on maytag oven.

Connect the oven s power plug to the outlet and test the self cleaning mode to see if the lock functions properly. It should be covered with a soft blanket or use posts from packing material. Unless you have the oven light control set to keep the oven light on constantly the door switch shuts off the light when you close the door. Allow the oven to cool approximately 30 90 minutes move the latch arm to the left to unlock the door.

This range repair guide shows how to replace the oven door switch. The door will automatically unlock after the oven finishes the cycle. The oven door switch detects whether the oven door is closed and helps control the oven light. The oven must cool down for at least two hours before the lock solenoid will disengage the door latch.

If the oven is cool and will still not unlock you can manually unlock the maytag oven with a clothes hanger. You also can use the same basic repair procedure to replace the oven door lock assembly on some whirlpool. Replace the back cover of the oven and slide the unit back into position. Door is locked when starting or using the oven.

Rotate flip up hinge lock latch toward oven door to unlocked position. Locate oven door hinge locks latches in both corners of oven door. If the door isn t locking replace the door lock motor with the manufacturer approved replacement part. Turn the power off at the circuit breaker or fuse box for one minute then turn the power back on.