Hotpoint Aquarius WMA40 door fault

Hi,

From your description, the initial “bang” is the important clue. On these Hotpoint/Indesit-built machines, a failed door interlock is very common, but the bang could also have been something else failing that has left the machine stuck at the door-lock stage.

Before checking anything internal, isolate the washing machine from the mains.

1. Check the door is actually closing properly Make sure the door catch on the handle isn’t loose, cracked or misaligned. If the handle has broken internally, the latch may not be pushing fully into the interlock even though the door seems shut.

2. Inspect the door interlock The “sensor” you mention is really the door interlock/lock assembly behind the front panel where the door hook enters. If the door locked light is flashing and it won’t start, this lock is a prime suspect. A bang can happen when an interlock fails. Look for signs of heat damage, burning or a loose connection.

3. Don’t rely on WD40 WD40 won’t normally cure this and can contaminate parts. If the interlock has failed electrically, it will need replacing rather than lubricating.

4. Check the wiring to the lock If accessible, inspect the connector and wiring to the interlock for burning or damage. A bad connection here can also cause the flashing lock light.

5. Consider what happened when it stopped full of water If it banged during drain or spin, another component may also have failed. However, if it now won’t get past door locking, the interlock circuit is still the first place to investigate.

If you’re not confident testing or replacing the lock, get a qualified appliance engineer, especially for any mains electrical work.

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