Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
Kenmore door lock failure.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
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The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
Move the locking lever situated just below the oven door handle to the left if your kenmore has a mechanical lock.
You can manually unlock the washer door by reaching behind the front panel and.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
The ticking is likely caused by the control board applying voltage to the door lock mechanism to unlock the door.
To manually unlock the door follow the steps in the first image below.
Since the mechanism is stuck the door will not open.
If the washer does not have a drain problem the issue may be with the lock mechanism itself.
Watch this how to video with simple step by step instructions for a success.
The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
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