Frigidaire Affinity Washer Door Lock Buzzing

Inspect the door lock for damage.

Frigidaire affinity washer door lock buzzing.

The frigidaire affinity is a well made clothes washer but even it can break over time. No problem most likely the buzzing is coming from the door lock assembly which means the door lock assembly needs to be replaced most common is the wax motor fails red plastic part in picture unfortunately on the affintys theres is no release to access the lock assembly go around back unplug the washer remove the screws along the back top of the cover slide cover back and off access the lock from the top click here for part. Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating. There is the striker plate on the door itself which can crack or get jammed.

Use a shop vac to suck out the water from the tub and as you remove the pump hose connections. The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation. Door lock switch assy. If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.

Door boot seal. My frigidaire front load washer model fwtbb30dso makes a my frigidaire front load washer model fwtbb30dso makes a loud buzzing noise during wash cycle it seems to come from the door lock. Simply remove two screws at the base of the washer to remove the cover plate and find the pump. You might not even have to remove the pump.

Re tighten the screws holding it in place. Some generic washer parts may not fit perfectly and therefore buzzing and vibration will occur. Also be sure it is correctly in place and seated properly. The lock on the washer has three parts any of which can malfunction.

The washer will not wash if the door does not close and lock. If the door lock is damaged or does not latch properly replace it. This should disable the lock. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.

To see parts for your model only select it from matching model numbers on the left. Door closes and no leaks but the noise is quite annoying. To complete the frigidaire front load washer door latch bypass can be quickly done by pressing the control lock button for five seconds. There is the door latch which can fracture or get jammed.

Push the start pause button to stop the current wash cycle. Frigidaire affinity front load washer parts. Either way be sure it is secure and tight or vibration may occur. Some parts shown may not be for your model.