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Start Circuit / Safety Interlock Not Satisfied
Washer display and buttons work, but pressing start does nothing; no fill or drum movement.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Door not detected as locked, Faulty start/pause button, Control board input fault, Child lock enabled
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer before opening the control panel.
- Check indicators: Look for a child lock symbol on the display. If present, disable child lock per the user manual (often by holding two buttons).
- Door lock check: Ensure the door locks when start is pressed. If not, test and replace the door interlock as needed.
- Start button test: Access the control panel and test the start/pause button for continuity when pressed. Replace the user interface board or button assembly if faulty.
- Control board: If inputs are good but the board does not initiate a cycle, the main PCB may be defective.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
User Interface Control Board
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