Hotpoint
Hotpoint Washing Machine Door Lock840561
Suitable for Hotpoint, Indesit, Whirlpool
Stock Code: 840561
£7.40inc. VAT
£6.17 ex. VAT
In Stock
Next Day Delivery Available
Moderate DIY repair
A confident home repairer can do this with basic tools.
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Compatibility Check
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What this part does
Locks the door shut while the cycle is running.
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Will this fix my appliance?
Tick the symptoms your appliance is showing. We’ll tell you how confident we are this part is the fix.
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Error codes related to this part
Error codes are model dependent, so the same brand may have more than one listed.
| Code | Brand | What it means | Confidence |
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| F17 | Hotpoint | Means a door lock mechanism failure or a serious drainage problem, where the door lock may be faulty, buzzing, or failing to engage. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock or the pump failing to empty the drum. | High |
| F6 | Hotpoint | Means a door lock fault that often prevents the door opening or the machine starting. It is usually caused by a failed door interlock mechanism, wiring issues, or a faulty motor control unit. | High |
| F17 | Indesit | Means a door lock or interlock failure, where the machine cannot detect that the door is securely closed. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock or interlock. | High |
| F13 | Whirlpool | Means a door lock fault, and on washer-dryer models a dryer temperature sensing error. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock mechanism, loose wiring, or a faulty control board. | High |
| F22 | Whirlpool | Means a door lock failure where the washer has failed to lock the door multiple times or cannot unlock it. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock assembly, an overloaded drum, or a faulty central control unit. | High |
| F5 | Whirlpool | Means a door lock or lid lock fault where the machine cannot detect that the door is locking properly. It is usually caused by an obstruction in the latch or a misaligned door. | High |
| F5E2 | Whirlpool | Means a lid lock or door lock fault where the machine cannot detect that the door is securely locked. It is usually caused by an obstruction, a misaligned door, or a failed door lock assembly. | High |
| F5E3 | Whirlpool | Means a door or lid lock failure where the washer cannot detect that the door is securely closed and locked. It is usually caused by a faulty latch mechanism, a mechanical obstruction, or a control board glitch. | High |
F17High
Hotpoint
Means a door lock mechanism failure or a serious drainage problem, where the door lock may be faulty, buzzing, or failing to engage. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock or the pump failing to empty the drum.
F6High
Hotpoint
Means a door lock fault that often prevents the door opening or the machine starting. It is usually caused by a failed door interlock mechanism, wiring issues, or a faulty motor control unit.
F17High
Indesit
Means a door lock or interlock failure, where the machine cannot detect that the door is securely closed. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock or interlock.
F13High
Whirlpool
Means a door lock fault, and on washer-dryer models a dryer temperature sensing error. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock mechanism, loose wiring, or a faulty control board.
F22High
Whirlpool
Means a door lock failure where the washer has failed to lock the door multiple times or cannot unlock it. It is usually caused by a faulty door lock assembly, an overloaded drum, or a faulty central control unit.
F5High
Whirlpool
Means a door lock or lid lock fault where the machine cannot detect that the door is locking properly. It is usually caused by an obstruction in the latch or a misaligned door.
F5E2High
Whirlpool
Means a lid lock or door lock fault where the machine cannot detect that the door is securely locked. It is usually caused by an obstruction, a misaligned door, or a failed door lock assembly.
F5E3High
Whirlpool
Means a door or lid lock failure where the washer cannot detect that the door is securely closed and locked. It is usually caused by a faulty latch mechanism, a mechanical obstruction, or a control board glitch.
Don’t see your code? Different model years sometimes use different codes. Get in touch with our parts team and we’ll help you identify the right replacement.
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Fitting Guidance
MediumGeneral fitting guidance. The exact steps can vary slightly with the make and model of your washing machine.
Safety: Switch off and unplug at the mains before you start.
You’ll needFlat head screwdriverScrewdriver
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Specifications
- Part Number
- 840561
- Genuine Spare Part
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More Details
This is a high-quality lock for your washing machine door. Compact sized so it’s easy to fit in your door assembly.
Prevents the door from accidentally opening so you’re safe from the machine’s moving parts or hot water during the cycle. It only starts or resumes washing only when the door is securely closed and locked.
A damaged or worn-out lock causes your washing machine's door to fail to latch shut or lock firmly. Change it with this replacement part.
This door interlock fits Hotpoint, Indesit, and Whirlpool washing machines.
Before ordering, please verify that this part works for your model using our compatibility checker.
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Customer Reviews (1)
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Great quality, works well
I’m happy with this door lock, works well, straight forward swap.
Pawel Szpak · Annesley ·
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