How to open the door of an Indesit washing machine after washing forcibly manually, what to do if the hatch of the Indesit washing machine does not open?

In its normal state, the Indesit washing machine allows you to open the door almost immediately after the end of the wash cycle.

But there are also situations when time passes, and the door continues to remain locked.

Then the problem becomes acute - how to open the door of the Indesit washing machine after finishing the wash without damaging the device itself.

The main reasons why the door does not open

Problems with the washing machine door do not always indicate a problem. In some cases this is even a normal situation, in others it will take some effort.

Reasons for blocking the hatch door on the Indesit washing machine:

activated (specifically or accidentally) “child protection” mode;
breakdown of the locking mechanism;
program failure (for example, due to a voltage drop).

In addition, there may be situations where the washing program has not completed. In this case, water remains inside the tank and the door becomes blocked.

In such a situation, the following reasons need to be considered:

pump failure;
lack of electricity supply to the washing machine;
clogged drain system;
sewer blockage.

According to statistics, the main reason why the door does not open is a breakdown of the hatch blocking device.

Natural causes of washing machine hatch blocking

In fact, if the washing machine door does not open, then there is no reason to worry - after all, the reason may be completely natural and be an integral part of the washing process.

Locking during washing Every washing machine, after you have started the washing program, locks the door or, to put it another way, blocks it. This is done for safety reasons: imagine what could happen if there was no such lock, and you or your child came up and opened the door during the 90° cotton washing program! The entire amount of “boiling water” would pour on your feet or on your child, the consequences would be simply terrifying.

It is for security reasons that such blocking is necessary . Therefore, if you have a washing program turned on, the door simply cannot be opened and therefore is locked. If you still want to open the loading hatch, first stop the washing program.

Locking after washing If the washing program has ended, but the door still remains locked, then do not panic - in most washing machines, the hatch does not open immediately after the end of the washing program, but after 1-3 minutes. This was done, again, for security purposes. Imagine a situation where you unplug the washing machine from the socket during the spin cycle and immediately open the door, after which you put your hand into the drum, which is still rotating by inertia. Possible serious injury.

The second reason for such blocking is that the drum heats up during washing due to the high water temperature, and the lock heats up along with it. If you open it right away, you may get burned, so the lock needs to cool down.

If you have just finished a washing program and the door is locked, wait a while (usually 1-3 minutes) and try opening it again.

If, after opening the hatch, you find that the laundry in the machine remains wet, then you have problems with spinning in the washing machine. You can find out why the spin cycle in the washing machine does not work and how to fix this problem on our website.

Manual opening methods

When choosing what to do when the door is blocked, you need to determine whether there is water inside the tank. If there is water, it must be drained.

The best option is to select the “drain” mode after restarting the washing machine. also use the emergency water drain through the service hatch at the bottom of the washing machine.

If the hatch door is locked using the “child lock” service, then it should be unlocked using the appropriate key combination (information is in the instructions for the washing machine).

Reboot

If the reason for the doors being blocked is a random failure, for example due to a power surge, you should try to reboot.

To do this, the device is disconnected from the electrical network for a period of 20 to 60 minutes and turned on again. This may restore operation of the door lock.

You can also try to start a new washing mode with spin and monitor the program. If the hatch is still blocked, you will have to force it open.

Rope, wire

You can open the hatch without disassembling the washing machine. To do this, you must use a tool that allows you to pry the lock tongue. It is convenient to carry out such work using a wire of sufficient length to go around the door and still have free ends that are convenient to grasp.

Procedure:

Choose strong thin wire.
Place it behind the door around the perimeter so that the free ends are on the side opposite the lock, and the wire itself passes between the door and the front part of the washing machine. The resulting loop should fit onto the lock tongue.
Gently, but firmly enough, you need to pull the loose ends until you hear a click.
The tongue pryed in this way will come out of the groove and the door will open.

Bank card

If you don’t have a cable or rope at hand, you can open the door using an old bank card.

Carefully insert it near the door lock and try to bend the tongue. This method is less convenient than using wire, since it requires precise contact with the mechanism and precise pressure on the lock tongue.

Partial disassembly of the Indesit washing machine

There is another way to gain access to the hatch door lock - from inside the washing machine. This option is more labor-intensive, since you will have to partially disassemble the device.

Procedure:

remove the top cover - to do this, unscrew the bolts holding it and push it towards the rear wall;
you need to reach the locking device through the top of the washing machine;
you need to press the latch - do this conveniently with a long narrow object;
the hatch opens.

Removing the back cover requires special care, since the fasteners are plastic and can easily be broken.

Recommendations: how to open a washing machine if the lock is broken

If the lock is broken, you will not be able to open the washing machine in the usual way, since the door is automatically locked. In this case, it will take a lot of effort and time to open them naturally, but with the use of additional devices. The easiest way to open this way are those washing machines that are front-loading, and the lock is a latch that is activated by sliding to the side.

To avoid damaging your washing machine, if the lock breaks down, you should call a specialist.

To open it you will need to perform a number of actions.

Take a strong cord and thread;
They need to be inserted into the space between the hatch cavity and the device body;
The thread engages the lock hook;
You need to pull the end of the thread.

The process must be carried out as carefully as possible, due to which the lock comes out of the groove and unlocks the door. There is also a more universal option for unlocking the washing machine, which requires removing the top cover of the washing machine, which just requires unscrewing 2 bolts.

It is necessary to tilt the washing machine back, during which the drum will tilt to the side and access to the lock will open.

Using your finger or a screwdriver, press the hook and thereby unlock it. After this, you can remove the laundry, but subsequent use is not permissible and service is required.

Call the master

The easiest way to unlock the door is to contact a service company for help. The technician who comes upon request will not only open the door, but also, if necessary, can repair the breakdown.

You can find a specialist on the Internet by entering “Indesit washing machine repair” in the search query and indicating your city. The specialist will not only open the washing machine, but will also conduct diagnostics to determine what caused the problem.

The cost of the work depends on the complexity of the failure, the need for repairs and the company’s pricing policy.

For the capital, prices on average are:

replacement of the hatch door lock – from 1,400 rubles;
replacement of the hatch handle – 1,300 rubles;
only opening the hatch without performing repair work - from 1,000 rubles.

Contacting a private repairman does not guarantee high-quality repairs. In case of dishonest repair, there will be no one to even file a claim with.

Possible causes of malfunction

Before opening the washing machine, study the list of reasons why the malfunction occurred:

There were difficulties pumping water out of the drum;
The door handle has broken or become unusable;
Malfunction in the hatch locking device;
Machine malfunction;
Problems in the operation of the intelligent hatch locking module;
Sudden power outage;
Natural blocking that occurs during the washing cycle to prevent flooding.

Prevention measures

In order to avoid problems with the door, you must adhere to preventive measures:

Do not allow items of clothing from the drum to fall into the lock when closing the door.
The drum should not be filled to capacity. In this case, increased load will be placed on all elements of the washing machine. In addition, the likelihood of laundry getting caught in the lock increases.
The washing machine should be used in conditions without voltage surges. If the voltage in the network is not stable, it is necessary to connect the equipment through a stabilizer.
If the hatch handle does not work perfectly and does not press the lock mechanism properly, the washing machine needs repairs before it completely jams.

How to manually unlock the hatch door of a washing machine?

The most accurate scheme for unlocking your washing machine is in the instructions. But if the treasured document is lost somewhere on the shelves, try using the standard scheme:

First, if you haven’t already done so, unplug the washing machine
.
Secondly, open the small hatch on the front panel (drain filter) and check if your unit has an emergency hatch release cable
. It is usually orange in color. If there is a cable, then you need to carefully pull it, and the hatch door will unlock.
If the cable is not in the indicated place, then to forcefully unlock the hatch you will have to remove the top panel
, then tilt the car back so that the drum, under its weight, also moves a little away from the front wall and frees up room for you to maneuver.
Next, you need to reach for the lock, find the latch by touch and move it to the side
.

Note! If you are not sure that you can unlock the door yourself, entrust this work to a specialist!

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The blocker is easily damaged, after which it cannot be restored and will require complete replacement!

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The design of washing machines is designed in such a way that the door opens easily. However, there are times when errors or malfunctions occur due to which the washing machine does not open. What to do, and will you be able to cope with such a difficulty on your own? This is exactly what we will talk about next.

Cautions

When the washing machine door is locked, you may want to open it as quickly as possible. At this stage, serious damage to equipment is possible.

To avoid them, you should remember a number of prohibitions:

If the hatch is locked, then you cannot pull or pull the handle with force. There is a risk of damage to the hatch.
Do not try to force the door open using a crowbar, large screwdriver, or other rough tool. Such unjustified actions can lead to breakage of the hatch, damage to the cuff and deformation of the machine itself.
If there is any doubt about the serviceability of the door mechanism, it should be addressed. The problem should not be left “for later”.
Do not try to open the door before the water has drained from the machine.

Using brute force may damage the washing machine and increase the cost of repairs.

A lot of important and useful information about repairing Indesit washing machines is presented in this section.

Failure of the automatic washing machine hatch locking device

The reason that the washing machine door does not open after washing may be a malfunction of the UBL unit. To open the door, you will need to disengage the door lock manually. You can do this as follows:

Remove the top cover of the machine and tilt the device body slightly back. This action will move the drum and open access to the latch. Then press it out and open the door.
If you have sufficient confidence in your abilities and skills, replacing a faulty UBL with a new one will not be difficult. First of all:
We disassemble and remove the rim - retainer. Opening access to the right side of the door cuff.
We unscrew the two screws securing the hatch locking device and remove it, having previously freed it from the wires connected to the UBL and remembering their connection diagram.
We install a new unit with an electrical connection, assemble and hang the door.
We conduct trial testing of an automatic washing machine.

How to open a washing machine door with your own hands

You can use improvised means. A washing machine door that is jammed can be easily opened using a thin rope or strong cord (photo). You need to insert it into the groove, which is located in the body of the washing machine between the hatch. Then, you need to pull the ends of the rope simultaneously towards you. The door will open here.

In some cases, it is possible to open the hatch only by removing the handle. To do this, you need to prepare a basin with rags, in case water spills out of the hatch when you open it. The machine, as in all cases of repair, should be disconnected from the network.

To remove the door handle of the machine, you first need to remove the door itself from the machine body, which is secured with two bolts. They need to be unscrewed with a screwdriver. It is necessary to either remember the location of all the elements or take photographs so that in the future there are no misunderstandings during assembly.

Then, placing the door with the open bolts facing up, divide it into two halves. After first unscrewing all the bolts and picking up the top part with a screwdriver. Then, carefully separate the glass.

You need to pull out the thin pin that secures the handle and pull out the spring with the hook. Then everything is put in place, in order.

How to disable the child lock on an Ariston washing machine?

Many families with small children prefer to purchase childproof models. This allows you to wash without fear for the safety of the child and the safety of equipment. However, the protection may turn on accidentally, then the door must be unlocked.

The child lock can be disabled by simultaneously pressing two buttons on the control panel. You can see which buttons are designated for locking in the instructions. Sometimes you can see a picture of a lock on the control panel. And arrows lead from the icon to the buttons designated for locking.

Some devices may be equipped with a separate button that initiates the locking and unlocking process. For example, in the Hotpoint-Ariston AQSD 29 U model

it is located on the left. The button has a light indicator that makes it easy to use. If it lights up, then the child lock is turned on.

Instructions if the door does not open after washing in the washing machine

To unlock the machine after washing, it is important to remember that if the product is under warranty, then independent installation or, in other words, repairing the device is strictly prohibited.

This will automatically void the warranty, which means you won't be able to get free service.

Some believe that it is impossible to open the hatch of a modern automatic washing machine using the old method, since a simple blow to the hatch or its side will not give any result at all. The methods should be gentler and, most importantly, professional, which will avoid other serious damage.

Indesit;
Bosch;
Samsung;
Ariston;
Lji and others.

First you need to figure out why the door is blocked. It is worth noting that the natural locking of the washing machine during the washing period is a completely normal phenomenon, however, the period of inactivity of the lock for each model may be different. For example, some keep the lock closed for 2-3 minutes, while in other cases the blocking can last up to 15 minutes.

There may be delays in the functioning of the blocking element, which depends on:

Module serviceability;
Mains voltage;
Water in the tank, because if there are problems with draining and it is very slow, then the unblocking will be appropriate.

In order to prevent the door from blocking due to loss of electricity or interruptions in its operation, it is advisable to install special surge protectors. Thus, you can not only avoid problems in the operation of the module, but also maintain the functioning of the entire device for a long time. This also helps to extend the service life.

As for the door blocking due to remaining water in the tank, this is a completely natural process, since it is a banal safety feature of the equipment. This point allows you to avoid consequences such as flooding of the apartment and the floors below with subsequent investments.

The door in the automatic machine, as already noted, is blocked quite often. The owner of a Bosch, Samsung, Indesit and other brands may encounter this problem. If you cannot forcefully remove the lock yourself, you do not need to use a heavy tool to open the hatch. The door to the drum can be blocked for a completely insignificant reason, but vandalism will entail repairs to both the door and the locking system.

What to do if the washer hatch located on top is jammed? To open it and take things out, you can’t just remove the cover, as is the case with front loading; you need to entrust the washing machine to a specialist. Why? Only a master has an idea about the large number of laundry products, their configuration and repair. The top hatch is blocked most often when the drum does not turn over.

To return the product to normal operation, you need to:

Moving equipment away from the wall;
Disconnection from power and water supply;
Heating element detection;
Unscrewing and pulling out the heating element;
Drum spinning.

The procedure must be performed as carefully as possible to prevent damage to the internal parts of the washing machine. If the tilt of the washing machine is sharp or too strong, then it is quite possible that in addition to unlocking the door, you will need to replace the pump, since it can be damaged in a couple of seconds.

As soon as the door is unlocked, it is advisable to show the washing machine to a service center specialist who specializes in a specific type of washing machine. Most often, generalists do not repair equipment as efficiently as required.