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Washer won't start - displays f and then dl flashes

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HI,

The FdL code is saying that the circuit board that runs the washer (CCU board) thinks there is something wrong with the door lock. Often times it's not the door lock but bad connections at the CCU. Whirlpool had some bad quality control with the CCU circuit boards and the end result was cold solder joints at the spade connectors and the relays (there's 5 relays on the CCU board) With this repair you need to remove the circuit board from the inside, top, back of the machine. Mark all the connections before you take them out then remove the entire plastic case with the circuit board inside. At this point you can resolder those points I spoke about or take the board to a good appliance repair shop along with this response and they should be able to help you out. Good luck.

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My Kenmore H3T washer will not start. When a specified wash cycle is chosen Time of Cycle is displayed but the light for the cycle only flashes and washer will not start. No error code is displayed.MO

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If the washer won't start, check to be sure there is power to the electrical outlet for the home. If that is OK, the power cord itself might be defective. This is rare. You can check the power cord with an Ohm meter for continuity.
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sorry for the delay in getting back to you. you have a bad door latch mechanism on your washer that needs to be replaced.
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DL f is a door lock error and is caused due to an issue with the door lock when it is unable to lock/unlock. Please check the door lock mechanism/door switch assembly and replace the part that has gone bad so that the issue is resolved. Please get back to me if you have any other questions.


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When i try use the washer it starts to make a clicking sound then when i hit cancel starts to beep and it flashes f dl

F dl = Door lock error
A Door Lock Error occurs if the door cannot be locked. It will try to lock
it six times before displaying the error code.
Possible causes/procedure:
¦ Door lock mechanism is broken or removed from door.
¦ Door switch/lock unit failure.
1. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
2. Check door switch/lock unit.
3. Check the wire harness connections to the door
switch/lock unit and Central Control Unit (CCU).
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A dl is flashing on the display when I start it

On this washer, the dl code indicates a failed lid lock mechanism. Pressing pause/cancel should reset the controls.

You may have to unplug the unit for 20-30 minutes, then restore the power.

If that doesn't work, the only other solution would be to replace the door lock assembly.

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Flashes "DL" and "F"

A Door Lock Error occurs if the door cannot be locked. It will try to lock it 6 times before displaying the error.

Potential Causes

• Door Lock Mechanism broken or removed from the Door
• Check Door Lock/Switch Assembly
• Check the wire harness connections to the Door Lock/Switch Assembly and Central Control Unit (CCU)
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Replace failed component.
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or lock failure. Probably a bad wax motor. get ahold of your authorized dealer. This is a defect on these machines. They have a new and improved wax motor. Raise enough hell and they will fix it for you.

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