Written by
Tessa Brandt Appliance Care EditorPublished October 29, 2026
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Error codeLoc
ApplianceDryer
Dryer shows Loc and will not start
Nothing is broken. Loc is the dryer reporting that its Control Lock has been switched on. While the control stays locked, the cycle cannot begin or continue.
Releasing the lock
Locate the lock key. Depending on the model it stands alone, or it doubles up with a function like Extra Rinse or Steam.
Hold down the physical button itself, whatever the label under it says.
Count three seconds as the display shows 3, 2, 1.
Your model’s owner’s manual shows exactly where the key sits.
Other dryer messages you might be seeing
PF appears when a power failure interrupts a cycle.
If Loc will not release after the 3-second hold, call (415) 649-2156 and we can set up a visit anywhere in San Francisco or the Bay Area. Mention the model number and which button you held. Read Maytag dryer repair for how visits work.
Model compatibility: Maytag reuses codes across series and model years, so Loc may mean something different on another appliance or generation. Confirm this against your model’s documentation and record your full model number before acting.
Plain language
What this code means
Loc means the Control Lock is enabled on the dryer, so it will not start or run.
Important safety warning. Do not attempt repairs involving electrical components, gas, water lines, refrigerant or sealed systems. Unplug the appliance if it is safe to reach the outlet, and leave internal diagnostics to a qualified technician.
Seeing this code on your Maytag appliance?
Book a specialist visit for a clear estimate and approval before any repair.
You submit a request with your appliance model and symptom, we confirm an appointment window, and a technician performs an on-site diagnosis. You then receive a clear estimate and decide whether to proceed before any repair begins.
Yes. We provide an upfront estimate after diagnosis. No parts are ordered or installed until you approve the work, so there are no surprise charges.
Replacement parts are selected for the exact model and confirmed with you before ordering or installation.
Service areas are listed on the Locations page. Contact us with your ZIP code to confirm current coverage for your address.
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