Indesit dryer door will not lock or unlock properly, F17 error displayed
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect mains power. Do not bypass the door lock for testing; this is unsafe.
Door and lock checks:
- Inspect door catch: Check that the plastic door catch is not broken or worn. Replace if damaged.
- Check door alignment: Ensure the door closes squarely and engages the lock fully. Adjust hinges if necessary.
- Access door lock: Remove the front panel or door seal clamp to reach the door interlock assembly. Inspect for burning or mechanical damage.
- Test interlock: Disconnect the lock and measure resistance across its terminals while operating the latch. Replace the lock if it does not change state correctly.
- Check wiring: Verify continuity from the lock to the main PCB.
Reassemble and test: After replacing faulty parts, reassemble, restore power, and confirm that the door locks and the dryer starts without F17.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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