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Montgomery Wards Washer controls don't work
When your Montgomery Wards washer controls don't work, start with the power supply before replacing control parts. If the entire washer display or timer is not working, inspect the washing machine power cord for broken insulation, exposed wires, or blackened terminals. A damaged cord should be replaced. Next, test the line fuse and washer fuse with a multimeter for electrical continuity. A fuse with no continuity has blown and needs replacement. If the washer control panel is not working but the machine has power, check the selector knob, timer knob, and control knob. Each knob must grip and turn its switch or timer stem. A cracked, stripped, or loose knob can slip without engaging the control, causing washer buttons not working, a washer selector knob not working, or a washer knob not working. These steps also apply when the washing machine display is not working or the timer will not respond. Disconnect power before inspecting or testing electrical components. Enter your Montgomery Wards washer model number to find the exact replacement power cord, line fuse, fuse, selector knob, timer knob, or control knob for your specific washing machine.
01 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Power Cord
If the whole washer display or timer is not working, the washer's power cord could the source of the problem. Inspect the cord for any breaks or burn marks near the terminals. If the terminals appear blackened or wires are exposed through the cord's insulation, you should replace the power cord with a new one.
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02 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Line Fuse
If the whole washer display or timer is not working, it's possible the line fuse has blown. You can use a multimeter to test the fuse for electrical continuity. If the fuse has no continuity, you'll know it has blown and will need to be replaced.
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03 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Fuse
If the whole washer display or timer is not working, it's possible the washer's fuse has blown. You can use a multimeter to test the fuse for electrical continuity. If the fuse has no continuity, you'll know it has blown and will need to be replaced.
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04 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Selector Knob
A washer selector knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the selector switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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05 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Knob
A washer control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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06 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Timer Knob
The washer's timer knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the timer stem for the control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the control.
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07 - Montgomery Wards Washing Machine Control Knob
A washer control knob needs to be able to engage and rotate the switch stem for that control to work. If the knob is cracked or stripped out and just slips on the stem a new knob will need to be installed to properly engage the switch.
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