Washer-dryer combo shows F29 and door remains locked at end of cycle or will not unlock.
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: Unplug the appliance. If water is still in the drum, manually drain via the pump filter before forcing the door.
Step-by-step checks:
- Manual release: Many Whirlpool locks have a manual release tab accessible from the bottom of the lock through the door boot. Pull the tab to open the door.
- Inspect lock and strike: Check for physical damage or misalignment. Replace broken parts.
- Test lock coil: With the lock removed, measure resistance of the lock/unlock coils. Replace if open.
When to replace: Replace the door lock assembly if it fails to unlock reliably. If a new lock does not resolve F29, the main control board may not be energizing the unlock circuit correctly.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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