A:AnswerIt does lock, but the cycle can be paused so you can add or remove items from the cycle. It is recommended to not put anything in after the initial rinse has ended. It gives specific details about this in the manual.
A:AnswerIf you are referring to the rubber seal between the door and the drum...you can buy a washer cleaner and run it on an empty cycle every 3 month.
It will keep it clean, and remove odor...
A:AnswerYes, you load up any or all of the 3 liquids at start of cycle, and they are integrated into the wash at the appropriate time.. I wish I could pour enough in for several loads at a time, but at this point, it's only what is needed for the load in progress.
