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Maytag Dryer error code

Maytag Dryer Error LOC

The Control Lock feature has been activated.

The Control Lock feature has been activated.

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Maytag dryer repair guide for error LOC
Error codeLOCDryer

Try these first

Start here before buying a part or taking the appliance apart.

  1. 1
    The Control Lock feature has been activated

    The Control Lock feature has been activated. This prevents accidental button presses.

  2. 2
    To deactivate, find the button labeled 'Control Lock'

    To deactivate, find the button labeled 'Control Lock' or with a lock icon.

  3. 3
    Press and hold this button for 3-5 seconds

    Press and hold this button for 3-5 seconds until the 'LOC' message disappears from the screen.

A quick explanation

What does LOC mean?

The Control Lock feature has been activated.

The answer you came for

How to fix Maytag dryer error LOC

Start with the safest checks and work from simple to technical.

  1. 1

    The Control Lock feature has been activated

    The Control Lock feature has been activated. This prevents accidental button presses.

  2. 2

    To deactivate, find the button labeled 'Control Lock'

    To deactivate, find the button labeled 'Control Lock' or with a lock icon.

  3. 3

    Press and hold this button for 3-5 seconds

    Press and hold this button for 3-5 seconds until the 'LOC' message disappears from the screen.

Read the additional checks from the current guide

How to Fix LOC Error The Control Lock feature has been activated. This prevents accidental button presses.To deactivate, find the button labeled 'Control Lock' or with a lock icon.Press and hold this button for 3-5 seconds until the 'LOC' message disappears from the screen.

If the code comes back

Do not keep replacing parts based only on the code. Repeat the safe checks above. If the fault remains, stop and arrange qualified service rather than ordering from the code alone.

Recommended part

Recommended part for this error code

No replacement part recommended for this code

The researched guidance for Maytag Dryer error LOC points to user-action and diagnostic steps above rather than a mapped replacement part. We will not invent a part or send you to an unrelated product.

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Safety first

Disconnect power before opening panels or touching internal parts.

When to stop
  • Stop if you see burned wiring, melted connectors, water near electrical parts, or a gas smell.
  • Do not perform live-voltage testing unless you are trained and equipped for it.
  • Use the exact model manual or service information before replacing electronic controls.

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