ERROR CODE EXPLAINED
Whirlpool Dryer
Whirlpool Dryer Loc Error Code
What it means
The Control Lock feature is enabled, preventing the dryer controls from operating normally.
Try this first
- Locate the Control Lock button or the button assigned to the Control Lock function.
- Press and hold the button for about 3 seconds.
- Watch for the control to count down from 3 to 1.
- Release the button after the controls unlock.
- Refer to the owner's manual if your model uses a different button for Control Lock.
Can I keep using it?✅ Safe - this is normally a setting, not a failure
Repair usually required?✅ No
If the error keeps returning
Loc normally clears when Control Lock is disabled. If the controls remain locked, consult the instructions for your exact model.
Official source
Troubleshooting information verified against manufacturer support documentation.
View manufacturer support page →Safety note:ApplianceSignal provides general troubleshooting information. Always follow the appliance manufacturer's safety instructions and disconnect power when required.