For Whirlpool top-load HE washers, LdU is documented as the lid not unlocking because objects on the lid may prevent unlocking.
- Source
- Whirlpool Product Help (A)
- Section
- Top-load article table
- Last checked
- 2026-07-21
Model symptom
Whirlpool top-load HE washer lid will not unlock or shows LdU
Whirlpool documents LdU as a lid-unlock problem where objects on the lid may prevent the washer from unlocking.
Applies to
Top Load HE Washer; United States. This page is not a brand-wide diagnosis.
What this symptom can indicate
The washer may show LdU and the lid may remain locked or fail to release when expected.
Checks that do not require disassembly
- Remove laundry products or other objects from the lid.
- Check that the lid area can move freely.
- Wait for the washer to finish its unlock attempt before touching the lid.
Related error codes
- LDU
Signs of a safety issue
Stop if the lid remains locked, water is present, or the mechanism sounds strained after the lid area is clear.
Information to collect before calling a technician
Record the model label, objects removed from the lid, cycle state, water level, and whether the lid unlocked afterward.
Why this scope matters
This symptom page is attached to Top Load HE Washer. It is not a brand-wide diagnosis.