A:AnswerYes. This washer senses the load then locks for the entire cycle.
If opened during sensing (even if immediately closing the lid again) the control panel flashes until the start button is pushed again.
A:AnswerMine does not get condensation on the control panel. So I would say, no. Depending on how hot the water is, I guess it could be possible. It hasn't happened with mine though.
It sounds like your lid might have a gap somewhere along the back (maybe there's a gasket back there), allowing steam to be released onto your control panel.
A:AnswerThe manual says deep fill cycle fills it half full of water. Normally the water level is below the top of the clothes. Apparently, there is no way to get this washer to fill more than half full of water.
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