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Kenmore Washer controls don't work
If your Kenmore washer controls are not working, first determine whether the entire washer is unresponsive or only a knob, button, or selector fails. When the whole display or timer is not working, inspect the power cord for breaks, exposed wires, or blackened terminals, since a damaged cord is the most likely cause. Next, test the line fuse and washer fuse with a multimeter for continuity. A fuse with no continuity has blown and must be replaced. If the washer has power but a control does not respond, inspect the selector knob, timer knob, or control knob. A cracked or stripped knob may slip on the switch or timer stem instead of turning it, causing a washer selector knob not working problem or a washer knob not working problem. These issues can appear as washer controls not working, a washer control panel not working, washer buttons not working, or a washing machine display not working. Unplug the washer before inspecting electrical parts, and enter your model number to find the exact replacement power cord, fuse, selector knob, timer knob, or control knob for your specific Kenmore washing machine.
01 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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 - Kenmore 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Why are my Kenmore washer controls not working?
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How do I know if the Kenmore washer line fuse or washer fuse is bad?
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