My washing machine door doesnt lock properly

If the machine is not progressing past the wash cycle and is stopping at the end of it, there could be a few possible reasons for this. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can try:

1. Check the water inlet valve: If the water inlet valve is faulty or clogged, it can prevent the machine from progressing to the rinse cycle. Check to ensure that the water inlet valve is clean and functioning properly.
2. Check the drain pump: If the drain pump is faulty or clogged, it can cause the machine to stop at the end of the wash cycle. Check to ensure that the drain pump is clean and functioning properly.
3. Check the door latch: If the door latch is not engaging properly, it can prevent the machine from progressing to the rinse cycle. Check to ensure that the door latch is clean and functioning properly.
4. Check the pressure switch: The pressure switch detects the water level in the machine and signals when to advance to the next cycle. If the pressure switch is faulty, it can cause the machine to stop at the end of the wash cycle. Check to ensure that the pressure switch is clean and functioning properly.

If none of these troubleshooting steps work, it may be best to contact a qualified technician to diagnose and repair the issue.

Spin
With this option you can change the default spin speed.
The indicator of the set speed comes on. Additional spin options:
No Spin
• Set this option to deactivate all spin phases.
Only the drain phase is available.
• The related indicator comes on.
• Set this option for very delicate fabrics.
• The rinses phase uses more water for some
washing programmes.
Rinse Hold
• Set this option to prevent the laundry creases.
• The related indicator comes on.
• There is a water in the drum when the programme is completed.
• The drum turns regularly to prevent the laundry creases.
• The door stays locked. You must drain the
water to unlock the door.

Dado

Zanussi Washing Machine E40 Error Fault Code
Electrolux Time Manager How to Fix Error E40
E40 indicates a problem with the door lock circuit in the appliance.
It could be as simple as a faulty door lock or it can be a faulty main control board.

Rinse aid dispenser can receive a maximum level of 140 ml rinse agent. Consumption rinse agent could be per wash cycle of 2 to 7 ml depending on the settings.
Thus 140 ml is enough for 20-70 wash cycles, depending on the degree of adjustment.

Dado

You may have locked the machine by accidentally leaning on the buttons. I can't see a proper clear photo of this machine's control panel, but there may be two buttons on the front of the machine with a picture of a lock underneath them (on mine they are marked 'option' and 'extra rinse'). Hold both in at the same time and this will deactivate the lock.

did find this on the zanussi uk site
http://www.electrolux-ui.com/2010/914/57981000EN.pdf

Washer dryers often have cold water valves with 3 separate solenoids. One for the main wash and rinses (which is clearly ok) and one for the condition rinse (to take the fabric conditioner down) which is probably ok too, and the 3rd one is for the dryer. It's possible this 3rd solenoid has failed.

Washer dryers need on a steady trickle of cold water running into the condenser chamber to convert the steam into water, which then gets pumped down the drain.

e10 means that there is a problem with the water supply.
a condenser dryer needs cold water to operate properly. the e10 code will appear if:
1. the water is turned off
2.the water pressure is too low.
3.the solenoid valve is open circuit
4.there is a problem with the pressure switch (least likely)

Cold valve is at the end of blue inlet pipe remove lid and you will see it.

f E10 is only appearing when trying to dry, the problem almost certainly is the condenser valve solenoid open circuit. The green solenoid on the inlet valve. Should read about 4000 ohms.

My money would be on the solenoid coil being open circuit. The coil can be canabalised from most valves although you may have to modify the connections. For simpler repairs - contact Zanussi and get the entire triple inlet water valve to swap out.


http://www.zanussi-electrolux.co.uk/files/unitedkingdom_english/0-999/zanussi%20error%20codes.swf


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you need to hold the option and extra rinse buttons simultaneously for 6 seconds...you will see the padlock symbol go and then use your machine as usual

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E40 indicates the doors not closed properly. Sometimes it can be the lock itself or the main control board