Kenmore electric dryers use a strike and catch system to keep the door locked during operation.
Kenmore elite dryer door locked.
Deborah try this first press and hold for 3 seconds the control lock unlock button on the control panel to lock the control panel.
Suzanne owner appliance technician replied 12 years ago.
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The kenmore front loading automatic washer automatically locks when a wash cycle is currently in progress and prevents accidental opening of the washer s door until the cycle is finished.
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Manually unlocking the washer is necessary if you need to cancel the cycle remove clothing or add clothing to the wash after you start the washing cycle.
The strike is the pointy metal piece attached to the dryer s doorjamb.
The door opens the control panel is just locked on the inside it reads mod.
Listen for a double beep and observe the control lock status light is lit when the control lock is in effect.