Test the Door Latch. The door latch makes sure the door on your Maytag washer stays closed when it is operating. When it opens, the washer won’t spin. To check the door latch: Check your manual to find out if you have a mechanical door latch or an electronic one. Make sure the power is switched off. Try removing some of the clothes out of the washer and restart it. Check to make sure the lid closes properly and that the lid switch clicks when the lid is closed. If the lid switch does not click, then the switch may need to be replaced or the lid may be bent. If the washing machine still does not spin, go to Step 2. Video of the Day.