How to Release a Stuck Washing Machine Door

How to Release a Stuck Washing Machine Door
In this video, eSpares will show you how to open a stuck washing machine door step by step so you can get your appliance working again. This is the perfect video for you if your washing machine door won't open!

If you find yourself saying "why won't my washing machine door open?", the issue could be due to either a jammed door lock or a broken handle. Fortunately, there are various methods you can use to open your washing machine door. However, as not all methods will work on all washing machines, we will run you through each method throughout this video so you can solve this problem of your washing machine door not opening.

If your washing machine door stays locked on several occassions, there's always a chance you will need to replace your door lock or handle. You can find replacements for both of these parts here. https://www.espares.co.uk/search/pt15...

For any other washing machine spare parts or accessories you might need, head on over to our online eSpares shop. https://www.espares.co.uk/browse/at10...

If you need to replace your door lock and you own a Zanussi washing machine, our door lock replacement guide will walk you through the process. https://www.espares.co.uk/browse/at10...

We also have a door lock replacement tutorial for Indesit washing machines that can be viewed here.    • How to Replace the Door Lock on a Ind...  

Want to skip straight to the information you need? Here's what we talk about in each part of our video:

0:00 Introducing the issue
0:44 What to do if your door handle is stiff
1:03 How to strike the door to activate the lock
1:19 How to activate the door hook with nylon line
2:30 How to activate the door hook with a credit card
3:07 How to activate the door hook via the top of the machine

Thanks for watching!