This happened previously and I turned the machine of for an hour and it re set, i have tried this again but with no luck, I have also sprayed the door locking device with RP7 but that hasn't worked either
You don't want to be spraying those locks with anything, unless it's an electronic-approved spray. They are electronic and can short VERY EASILY. My advice would be to have the lock replaced.
SOURCE: Whirlpool AWM8121 ?door open? light flashing
I had the same problem about a year ago, I replaced the door switch but didn't fix it, I found the brushes in the motor has worn out - Replaced the brushes and fixed the problem.
SOURCE: Door locked on compact Whirlpool front-load washer
This worked for me. I turned off the washer and hit the area on the washer directly to the right of the door handle (not hard enough to break something or cause a dent). It popped right open.
SOURCE: Whirlpool Washer #WFW8300SW01 will not operate.
There's a couple of reasons for the F-01, most common is a bad relay on the main control board. (CCU)
This washer will also flash that code if:
1: Either the back or front access panels are removed while operating, there are ground safety switches that are held closed by the panels.
2: If the power supply outlet is supplying much less than 120V (usually would need to be 112V or less to cause it)
3: If the polarity is incorrect (hot and neutral reversed) at the outlet
4: If there is an open ground at the outlet.
The easiest way to check 3&4 is with a simple plug in outlet tester. I have seen all of these problems throw an F-01, but I would still say 9 out of 10 times you have no option but replacing the CCU. Make sure to double check your manual about the warranty info, as some electronic controls are often covered beyond the 1yr standard warranty. If you're going to replace it yourself, it is accessed by removing the top panel, and is located towards the front, right side of the cabinet, and has a zillion wire harnesses plugged into it. When replacing the board, note that there may be some harness connections available on the board that are not used, mark them as such. Hope this helps.
SOURCE: Front loader AWM 6100 - door open light flashes and won't wash
I think it may have try and get your local engineer out to have a quick look tell your thinking of buying new and what price can he supply 4. and you like a free estimate .
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