Front load washer door latch broke twice


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Old 09-24-14, 11:26 AM
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Front load washer door latch broke twice

Other than leveling what can cause latch on washer to break this is the one in the washer which cost $100 each.
 
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Moved post from gas, Need type and model# before can start to help, Many different models.
 
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Model is maytag series 4000
 
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Front load washer broke twice

While trying to install new latch on whirlpool 4000 I noticed the bar holding wires behind latch is loose. Any tricks to attaching before I try running washer?
 
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Old 09-25-14, 12:28 PM
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ype does not help need a actual model # usually found in door area. That only holds wires and it does flop around. Think I know what washer you have but can help better if I can see washer. Leveling has nothing to do with door lock breaking. usually door hinge is broken or door has been bent down. What part of latch broke? If a older Maytag model # is in back of console. Have to look over top and you will see it. `
 
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Model MHWE450WW02

The door doesn't seem to be bent year ago replaced the drum under warranty.
 
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Old 09-29-14, 03:44 AM
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No common reason lock breaks. You have a Maytag built by Whirlpool, Have replaced many of those locks but not many for breakage. Does you washer Shake heavily while in spin?
 
 

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