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LG Washer controls don't work
If your LG washer controls are not working, first check whether the entire display or timer is blank. A damaged washing machine power cord is the most likely cause, especially if you see burn marks, broken insulation, blackened terminals, or exposed wires. Next, test the line fuse with a multimeter for electrical continuity. If it has no continuity, replace the blown line fuse. The washer fuse can fail in the same way and may also prevent the controls from responding. If the display works but a specific control does not, inspect the selector knob, timer knob, and control knob. A cracked or stripped knob may slip on the switch or timer stem instead of engaging it, causing washer controls not working symptoms. These checks can help diagnose an LG washer control panel not working, washer buttons not working, or washing machine display not working problem. Disconnect power before inspecting electrical parts, and use your model number to find the exact replacement power cord, fuse, line fuse, selector knob, timer knob, or control knob for your specific LG washing machine.
01 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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 - LG 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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06 - LG 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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07 - LG 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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