The door lock secures the washer door shut during operation.
Kenmore door lock failure.
The f dl fault code indicates a problem with the door lock on the washer.
If the door lock is defective the washer door will not latch properly.
Once the washer door is closed the washer can begin operating.
If the washer does not have a drain problem the issue may be with the lock mechanism itself.
The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically.
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Move the locking lever situated just below the oven door handle to the left if your kenmore has a mechanical lock.
Inspect the door lock for damage.
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Since the mechanism is stuck the door will not open.
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The ticking is likely caused by the control board applying voltage to the door lock mechanism to unlock the door.
Newer models unlock automatically upon the cleaning cycle s end.