GE front loader problem

[Floyd]

I have a problem with my GE front loading washer model WSXH208V1WW. The door lock will not lock, I have replaced the following, reed switch,pilot light, motor control,door latch, and still the door will not lock, I checked the voltage to the door lock , and there was none. P>S> also replaced the timer. I called the GE answer center and they were no help. Anyone have a suggestion.

[Mad Mac]

First question....why do you think the door isn't locking? Can you open it mid cycle?

First piece of advice...throwing parts at it won't solve anything. Tell us what you see/hear, tell us what happens. We've seen plenty of these Friggidaire built machines, we can help.

[Floyd]

In reply to your question, yes I can open the door,in the cycle. The motor runs water comes in but the door will not lock. I started the washer and checked voltage to the door latch solinoid, and there was none. I also understand the reed switch is part of the door latch, just wondering what its function is. Also the pilot light will not come on. Any further suggestions Floyd

[Mad Mac]

Reed switch is activated by a magnet in the dispenser drawer - part 8 on this drawing:

http://www3.sears.com/Paul/Leadimage.asp?productTypeID=0153200&brandID=0582&modelDesc=WASHER&modelNumber=41740042990&documentID=P9120303&documentTypeID=PLDM&documentClassCode=PM&titleType=CONTROL%20PANEL&titleID=00001&

Friggidaire part number 131373800, around $8-10. You can test this with a small magnet like the telescopic "pick up" ones. Just put it where it operates the reed switch.

[Floyd]

I checked the dispenser drawer for the magnet, NO MAGNET? per your suggestion I will order today. I take it that if there is no magnet there will not be power to the door latch, as this is part of the switch as I understand. I'll let you know,thanks for the help Floyd