Many Hotpoint washers have a lid lock that won’t allow the washer to start if it’s not enabled. In some cases the lid lock will be stuck closed, or it won’t lock itself. In this article I will cover the troubleshooting steps to fix a lid lock on a Hotpoint washer.
As a general rule, first try unplugging your washer at the wall, and then plug it back in again. After that make sure the child lock isn’t on. If it still won’t release or lock, there is a release tab that is located behind the front panel. In many cases the lid lock will need to be replaced.
If the lid lock has mechanically failed, then it will need to be replaced. It’s fairly straightforward to replace a lid lock yourself. Below, I will explain the troubleshooting steps to fix a stuck lid lock on your Hotpoint washer and how to replace the lid lock.
Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock Not Working (Reset/Bypass)
The lid on a Hotpoint washer needs to be locked to start. This is controlled by the onboard computer but if the lid lock is faulty then it won’t lock, or can be stuck shut. This is what to do if your Hotpoint washer lid lock is not working.
As a general rule, first try restarting your Hotpoint washer by unplugging it at the wall, and then plugging it back in again. After that make sure the child lock isn’t on. Otherwise, the lid lock will needs to be mechanically opened, and then replaced.
On many Hotpoint washers there is a child lock button that has a light on the button that goes on when it is on. But, if yours doesn’t have a child lock button it may not have one. Or, may be activated in a different way.
If you’re unsure whether your Hotpoint washer has a child lock refer to the owners manual for your specific model. This page on the official Hotpoint website shows you where to find the model number for your Hotpoint washer, and on that same page you can search for an online version of your owners manual.
Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock Flashing
There is a lid lock light on Hotpoint washers, it’s used to indicate an issue with the lid lock. If the lid lock light is flashing on your Hotpoint washer, here’s what it means, and how to troubleshoot this issue.
In general, it means the lid lock has failed and needs to be replaced. Replacing the lid lock is fairly easy and can be done yourself. But, it can be covered by warranty, so it’s best to contact Hotpoint first, to see if it can be repaired under warranty.
A good first step is to restart your Hotpoint washer. This is done by unplugging your Hotpoint washer at the wall, or turning it off at the wall outlet. Waiting for around 10 seconds, and then plugging it back in again. If the lid lock light is still flashing.
There are two components that make up a lid lock. The electric locking mechanism is located on the underside of the lid.
And the clasp that fits into the electric locking mechanism on the lid. Both can be remove fairly easily.
Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock Light Stays On
The lid lock needs to be on for a Hotpoint washer to start. If the lid lock is not on the lid lock light will flash, or have a solid light. But, it can also stay on if there’s an issue with the lid lock, this is what it means and how to troubleshoot it.
As a general rule, the lid lock has failed and needs to be replaced. The lid lock has two components one on the lid, and the other where it clips into the washer. The repair is reasonably easy if you have some DIY experience but can also be done by a qualified repair technician.
Hotpoint washers have a warranty, and cover early failures of components such as the lid lock. But, to know if replacing your lid lock is covered under warranty you should contact Hotpoint support.
Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock Clicking
When there’s an issue with your Hotpoint washer the lid lock can make a clicking noise. There are specific reasons why this happens, here’s what it is.
In general, the washer lid lock is broken and needs to be replaced. The clicking noise is the control panel trying to send electricity to the lid lock to lock or unlock. But, because the lid lock has failed it just clicks and doesn’t lock or unlock.
A lid lock is a very small component that is typically easy to access and replace. However, the repair may be covered under your warranty, so it’s best to contact Hotpoint support first. If the repair isn’t covered under warranty Hotpoint support can advise you as to how to have the lid lock replaced.
Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock Error
The lid lock on a Hotpoint washer can have an error where it won’t open at the end of cycle, or it the light blinks to let you know there’s a problem. It can also not lock at all, which will cause your Hotpoint washer not to start. Below is what to do when either of these issues happens with your Hotpoint washer lid lock.
As a general rule, the lid lock needs to be replaced because it has failed. Signs of a lid lock failing are the lid lock light will blink or stay on. Or, the light won’t be on but instead it will click and won’t lock or unlock. Below are steps for how to fix it.
Start by restarting your Hotpoint washer. To do that unplug your Hotpoint washer at the wall, and plug it back in again. When it’s still not working correctly, then contact Hotpoint support.
The repair may be covered under warranty, and they can let you know if it is. If it isn’t it’s fairly easy to replace yourself if you have a little bit of handyman experience. Otherwise, have a repair technician fix it for you.
Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock Stuck
The lid lock will release at the end of the cycle. If the cycle ends but you can’t open the lid, there is an issue with your lid lock. This is what to do if your lid lock is stuck.
In general, first try restarting your Hotpoint washer by disconnecting it from the wall outlet, unplugging it, and then plugging it back in again. Check the child lock is off. Otherwise, the lid lock will need to be mechanically opened, and then replaced. This is best done by a repair technician.
Hotpoint Washing Machine Door Lock Broken
To get a Hotpoint washing machine to start the door lock needs to be engaged. When the door lock is broken it won’t lock, or it can lock shut and never open. This is what to do when your Hotpoint washing machine door lock is broken.
In general, the door lock needs to be replaced. Often, the door lock light will blink if there’s an issue with the door lock. It’s fairly easy to replace the door lock yourself, but it may be covered under warranty so you should check with Hotpoint before doing the repair yourself.
There are two mechanisms for the lid lock. One is located on the lid, and the other where the lid closes. These are removed by unscrewing and unclipping them, and then a new one is fitted in its place.
Can You Bypass Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock?
The lid lock can lock shut, or has an error that won’t allow it to start. Therefore, in the rare cases when there’s an issue with your Hotpoint washer lidlock you need to do a work around. This is whether it’s possible to bypass a Hotpoint washer lidlock.
Overall, it is possible to bypass the Hotpoint washer lid lock. However, it requires mechanically removing the top lid lock from the lid. Or, if it’s locked shut the lid needs to be pried open. Before doing so, it’s worth trying to restart it by disconnecting it from the power, and connecting it again.
Also, mechanically opening and removing the lid lock to bypass it will void the warranty. Therefore, you should contact Hotpoint customer service to see if the repair is covered under warranty first. The lid lock is also fairly easy to replace, so if you have a little bit of experience working with tools, then you should be able to order a replacement one online, and replace it yourself.
How To Bypass Hotpoint Washer Lid Lock
Unless the lid lock is off, the lid can’t be opened normally. Therefore, to get the laundry out, and repair the lid lock you need to bypass the lid lock. This is how to bypass the lid lock on a Hotpoint washer.
In general, the lid lock mechanism on the lid needs to be removed and fitted into the lid lock. If the lid lock is stuck and the lid won’t open, you can try doing a restart. Otherwise, it needs to be mechanically opened by a repair technician.
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There are a few things you can try first which may work. These include:
- Restarting your Hotpoint washer
- Use the lid lock release mechanism
- Use a piece of string to try to unhook the lid lock.
- Use a firm piece of plastic similar to a credit card and try to unclip the lid lock by sliding it
Restarting your Hotpoint washer is easy to do; you just unplug it from the wall, and then plug it back in again. There is a front panel at the bottom of front loader Hotpoint washers. It can be unclipped and there is a plastic release mechanism that you pull down to open the door lock manually.
If you remove the lid lock mechanism on the lid, it will allow your Hotpoint dishwasher to work without the lid being closed. This can be done by fitting the lid lock part that you removed from the lid into the lid lock mechanism. However, make sure you disconnect your Hotpoint washer from the power first.
This will also stop the lid lock from getting stuck and allow you to use your Hotpoint washer while you wait for it to get it repaired. Overall, you want to get the lid lock mechanism replaced if it’s not working correctly.
And only do the minor fixes to release it if it’s going to be a long time before a repair person can replace it for you. Or, if it will take a while for the part to arrive when you’re replacing the lid lock mechanism yourself.
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In general, the lid lock needs to be replaced. But, in the meantime you can release the lid lock mechanically using the steps below. Start by restarting your Hotpoint washer by unplugging it and plugging it back in again. After that check with Hotpoint if the repair is covered under warranty.
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