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Whirlpool Dryer Loc error code

Difficulty: Easy · Cost: $0 · Duration: 5s

Loc is not an error code. It means Control Lock has been enabled on your Whirlpool dryer, which disables the control panel to prevent the dryer from being accidentally started or operated. Press and hold the Control Lock key for 3 seconds to unlock the controls. The display will count down 3-2-1 and then clear when Control Lock is disabled.

Common causes

  • Control Lock was intentionally activated to prevent accidental operation
  • Control Lock button was accidentally held down

How to fix it

  1. 1

    Press and hold the Control Lock key on the control panel for 3 seconds

  2. 2

    The display will count down 3-2-1 and clear when Control Lock is disabled

  3. 3

    The dryer is now ready to operate normally

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1

AF / F4 E3

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2

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3

PF

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4

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