Hoover Door Lock Stuck Closed

Washer-dryer door will not open at end of cycle but no error code is shown

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

Door interlock jammed, High internal temperature, Control board not sending unlock signal, Broken handle mechanism

Safety: Switch off and unplug. Do not force the door open.

Wait a few minutes: Allow time for the safety lock to release, especially after drying.
Power reset: Unplug for 5–10 minutes, then reconnect and try to start and cancel a short cycle to trigger unlock.
Use emergency release: Access the manual release near the pump filter (if fitted) to open the door.
Inspect lock and handle: Once open, check the door handle and lock for damage. Replace the door interlock or handle assembly if faulty.

Medium 3/5

Door Interlock Assembly

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