Is water hooked up to the washer and turned on.
Maytag 3000 series washer door locked with door open.
The washer will go into a hold and drain routine for 8 minutes.
Did you just install.
Maytag front load washer door will not open.
Nothing else will appear to be happening with the machine during this time.
The door should unlock after 60 seconds.
Is the door locked and the add a garment light on.
The door may immediately unlock.
Front loaders have a locking mechanism to avoid opening the door during a washing cycle but occasionally this lock will be activated accidentally.
Was the washer turned on before being connected to water.
This is a guide about unlocking the door on a maytag front load washer.
During this period you will be able to hear the pump running.
Does the drain pump run constantly.
Is the door locked and the add a garment light off.