I loaded my duet washer, closed the door and the control light is stuck on and it won't start any cycle. Can you help? I did unplug the washer but it won't reset.
Try holding in the "End of Cycle"tone button
End of cycle button WORKED for my stuck Control Light. THANKS
Yes i second that , if you hold The end cycle down for 3 seconds everything will startworking again !!!!!
Worked for me too :) thanks.
Ok first things first. I am not a Whirlpool technician. However we have 4 young children 2 of which are 12 and 11 who are in charge of laundry. Our Duet goes down quit often (about 3 times a year).
The first time it went down the machine would not drain. It would fill fine and wash but wouldn't drain.
I fixed this problem by... Directly underneath the washer drum on the outside of the unit. There is a cover. If your washer does not set on a pedestal then you'll have to prop the washer up about 3 inches. There are 3 screws along the bottom which are 5 point star head. Unscrew them and pull the cover off. Directly in front you'll see the drain hose the drain pump and a very large plastic valve. All in one assembly. I unscrewed the large valve and to my avail it wasn't a valve at all. It was a drain filter that I unscrewed and sure enough there was a small sock and a couple really small toys blocking the drain pump. I cleaned it out and it worked great for a bout a year.
Then I got the dreaded "Control Locked" error.
I tried everything even the above, the drain assembly did have junk in it so I thought that was it. It wasn't. Being a month behind on the mortgage and the cable bill first thing I thought was. Darn it I can't afford this. So off to the Whirlpool website I went to the tech section and found my solution.
What the tech help instructed me to do was to take the top of the washer off via 3 screws on the top back. (same 5 star heads) After you get the top off you'll see the CCU (Central Control Unit) It will have many wires with plugs on the end of them that plug into the CCU. This is were all the switches and front LED assembly are kept. There is 3 plugs on the Left side. Not front left but around the side on the left. The middle one which controls the Front LED and Front Control needs to be unplugged for about 2 seconds or more, with the power cord UNPLUGGED. Plug the Plug back in then put the power cord back into the wall socket. All should be well.
What happened to me is the CCU overloaded because it couldn't drain properly.
Either way Unplugging the CCU is like rebooting a computer. It should reset and clear all errors.
I kept this tutorial very basic so everyone can understand
I hope this helps everyone
In regards to all that was said following the lint cleanout followed by the Control lock 3 second reset and failing that disconnecting the control for the Front LED, these were great ideas and apparently worked for many. But not for me. However, all these solutions indicated that once the control "tilted" as a result of a lint tray problem, a serious Reset was in order.
We had a small alcohol tampon pad still in it's packaging (used by nurses to disinfect) in the lint tray. Therefore, under certain draining cercumstances whether with washing, spinning or rinsing operations, this completely clogged the hole. So, I'm led to believe the vacuum control was likely the one that tilted. Hence, I also had to disconnect the connector to a small round plastic device located at the back of the washer, top right. It's the device that has a hose, likelly a vacuum hose going down to the drain assembly. After resetting that in addition to doing all the above, it went fine.
Thanks for all who contributed to cueing me in the right direction.
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I read the words hold button for 3 seconds ( clearly printed on my machine ) to lock/unlock control located below end cycle button.
PierreDeMung,
Bravo! I've owned this machine for six years and saw that printed below the button and never paid attention to it, even AFTER the machine locked up and wouldn't work. Thanks for pointing out the fact that it's printed ON the front of the control panel! My wife and I felt appropriately foolish! :-)
Yes, it is printed there but i never had cause to now what it was for until now...any lockups I've had before were fixed by the good old unplug /reboot until now. Remember the old addage "fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice shame on me"
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Hi.
Please read the Fixya article below explaining how to fix the problems related to control lock on Whirlpool.
The front light lit on my Whirlpool dryer...
Regards.
Sorry, blind link.
Here
the article: My Whirlpool is control locked.
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Thanks I was so excited to find this help online, Thought I would need to call an overpriced plumber on monday. Then I tried the help you guys told me and was so excited I went out and got icecream and the whole family made icecream sundaes to celebrate.Easily pleased- thanks
I know I am not doing this correctly. As long as "powerless" gets the message, that is all that matters. Thank You So Very Much for helping me unlock my control panel. You saved me lots of money that I do not have. God Bless You and Thanks Again!
I know I am not doing this correctly. As long as "powerless" gets the message, that is all that matters. Thank You So Very Much for helping me unlock my control panel. You saved me lots of money that I do not have. God Bless You and Thanks Again!
You were a miracle worker. I cannot tell you enough how much I appreciate your help. You have saved ne a bundle. I was on the verge of a flood of tears. God Bless! God Bless! God Bless! I cannot thank you enough.
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Yay!! I had the same problem (control locked) and I used your solution and it worked!!! Yay yay YAY!!!!!!! Thank you!!
Ditto! awesome
Pushing the end of cycle signal worked. You guys are the greatest. Probably saved me a lot of money! Thanks.
Bless this web site, I was freaking out when I saw the control lock light on. My husband just cleaned out the drain last nite and I was cursing him for doing something to my machine. But it is all fine now. THANKS
Saved all the time of disassembling by pushing the end key. What a relief. If it happens again I will consider the above mentioned solution. Thank you for the insight!
Omg! I spent 3 hours taking apart this machine and unplugging and replugging EVERYTHING!! I typed in whirlpool control locked error and got this site....I just finished putting all the pieces back together and the held down the end of cycle button for 3 seconds and everythings back to normal. WHAT A RELIEF!! Thanks!
Thank you so much, I have had the blocked filter also, and now the control lock light on,,,,,end of cycle button worked,,,thanks so much :)
Great!!!, it worked! 3 seconds end cycle, my washer is working
Just want to say I had the same problem with the Control Locked light, used the advice on this site about holding down the end of cycle button - it worked! yipee!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
It worked! Thank you :)
Wow, just a comment. I had the same problem this afternoon and on a whim, a fluke, I typed in "Whirlpool Duet Control Lock Light" and this came up. Problem solved!! hitting the end of cycle button for three seconds fixed it. I love the internet! thanks
Not working for me!!!!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!! THIS WORKS!!
Thanks so much!!! What a relief!
I had the same problem with my duet magtag washing machine. The control locked light displayed and i tried repeatedly to turn the power on and off but to no avail. i read this persons complaint the same as mine and i was able to hold the end of cycle bottom down for three 3 seconds and the light disengaged and now i was able to do my washing.
Wow, worked for us too. thx!
SOURCE: whirlpool duet washer ghw9250mw1 door won't close ...
1. Unplug washer.
2. Remove the outer portion of the door bellow. This is the gray rubber boot around the door. Feel around the edge of the door bellow where it attaches to the front of the washer. You will find a wire retaining hoop in the seam between the rubber and the front case. Follow this wire hoop to the bottom of the door bellow and you will find a tension spring. Carefully, stretch this spring apart and remove the wire hoop.
3. Pull the rubber bellow from the door facing on the front of the washer being careful not to rip or tear it. Once removed, fold the rubber backwards inside the drum so you can access behind the front panel. DO NOT remove the rubber bellow from the wash tub.
4. The door latch assembly is located behind the front panel of the washer on the right hand side. Locate and remove the three screws on the washer front that hold the door latch assembly in place. The whole assembly should come free from the washer front and be held by a plastic mounting bracket and several wire connectors.
5. Carefully remove the latch assembly from the plastic mounting bracket BEFORE attempting to unplug any wires. It makes it much easier to access if you do.
6. Unplug the wire connectors using care not to break any of the wires. You may want to write them down, but I believe they will only plug into their respective slots.
7. Remove the old door latch and install the new one in the reverse order of the steps I just presented to you. Plug the wires back in first, then place the whole assembly back into the plastic mounting bracket, and then reattach to the front of the washer.
8. Now, when you get the reinstalling the rubber door boot, you may want to get the assistance of a second pair of hands as it can be difficult sometimes to manipulate the wire retainer back into place. Carefully reattach the rubber bellow to the door facing on the front of the washer first.
9. Starting at the top of the door bellow at the 12 o'clock position begin inserting the wire hoop back into the groove. Work your way around with both hands to the 4 and 8 o'clock positions. (This is where you could use those second pair of hands). While holding a slight downward tension on the wire hoop to keep it in place, pull the tension spring apart enough to snap the remaining part of the hoop into place at the bottom. Once you've completed these steps make sure the door closes and latches properly. NEVER slam a door with an electronic latch. They can break easily.
Now plug the washer back in and test operate. NOTE: You can run diagnostics on these washers by referring to the tech sheet provided by the manufacturer. The tech sheet is located behind the lower panel under the door, or along the interior cabinet walls. Included, are instructions on how to run diagnostics and troubleshooting tips associated with the list of fault codes. It is recommended that this tech sheet remain inside the washer to prevent it from being lost.
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SOURCE: Duet Front load Washer - will not start cycle.
Does your front washer, every time you press cancel give you a code that looks similiar to ER?
I checked the description and for some reason whirlpool denies having a F22 code on the Duet, but that doesn't mean much.
I am suspecting several things.
1. Electrical supply may have had a surge at one point or another. You may have to ask your electrical company to put a surge protector on your house by the meter. This is not to protect everything it has its own limits!
2. Unplug the machine for a while. Turn off the water supply and disconnect hoses The machine knows if there is water coming into the machine by a trip sensor.
3. drain out your exhaust line. There is a possiblity your machine thinks you are full of water when it is actually empty.
4 put everything back on, and then plug machine back in after about an hour or so. If it still doesn't work, it is time for your local appliance repair service technician to come out. He will check door trip sensor, and a few other areas that may be acting up.
Good luck.
SOURCE: control lock light
control lock light ? have you got any blockages or dirty filters you may have to clean them.
SOURCE: whirlpool duet washer: cycle light blinks, won't run
It appears your timer/main controller/CCU has failed in this instance.
For replacement parts - head on over to PartSelect.com or RepairClinic.com and enter in your full model number for a full parts listing.
I recommend both sites because ...
FixYa has no affiliation with either site - I have been using and recommending them for years - trouble free.
PartSelect has a great schematic database for locating the part on your unit and great "testimonials" for each part that often times includes HOW-TO information.
RepairClinic has pictures of each part they sell and also a great how-to and troubleshooting for basic repairs.
If your unit has never been serviced - there should still be an original service manual enclosed in plastic taped to the inside of the shell.
In the service manual are Error codes, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting steps you can follow.
Anything too complicated or beyond your scope should be handled by a professional.
If you think you want to tackle the repair - and have gotten stuck on a step - reply to your question and I will be glad to help you out.
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To unlock the controls
Select and hold END OF CYCLE SIGNAL for 3 seconds until the
CONTROL LOCKED Status light turns off.
Duet SportTM
To remove the error display, press Pause/Cancel twice.
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Press the end of cycle signal- button for 3 seconds and it is ready to go.
Mid cycle my front loader stopped and timer started flashing with (F-28). We unplugged, reset breaker, pressed stop, pause it will not restart. Also door will not open (there is still wet cloth inside). We need help to get the door open to remove wet cloth.
Just want to say I had the same problem with the Control Locked light, used the advice on this site about holding down the end of cycle button_ IT WORKED!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!
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Yup, that worked. Just hold the "end of cycle" alarm button for 3 seconds.
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i have a whirlpool hdwm1100 and the panel is saying control's locked i have tried holding down the end of cycle button but has not worked can you help ?
end of cycle button worked great. Thanks for saving me alot of headache!
"End of cycle" worked great. Thanks!
Tried powering off for 15 minutes, then a complex set of button pushes but this simple remedy worked the best.
Thanks. Holding the end of cycle alarm for 3 seconds did it. Very frustrating, all I was doing was releveling
i pressed yhe end of cycle button the light is blinking and we still cant get frontloader to start.
I run out of water and the machine shows a error message, I try to cancell but it does not response
How do I reset my machine?
All of the lights are on looks ready to start, but won't! Help
control light is on and machine won't work
Found control lock light on. Â Recommended solution pressing end of cycle button worked.
The "control locked" light is on on my washer. I am unable to start any cycle.
My control light is on my washer and I cannot run a cycle. None of the buttons work. Tried unplugging it but it will not reset.
Same problem and worked after holding end of cycle button
Had the same problem this morning. Â Thanks so much for posting this easy fix!!!
control lock light is stuck on. how to fix
My control light was on and I couldn't figure out what happened and tried
End of cycle button WORKED for my stuck Control Light.
Thanks a bunch for the suggestion.
I had the same problem and the end cycle button worked like a charm. I love this sight!
Control lock button is lit and washer responds to nothing.
Thanks for such an easy fix! I didn't need a big repair bill at this time!!
I have a whirpool duet front load washer and the control lock light was on in red, so... I can´t use it.
My Whirlpool top loader had the light stuck on that said "control locked". I followed the instructions on holding down the end on cycle button and the light turned off and I was able to resume washing clothes. Thank you for this site! Well done!
My duet only dings three times when I push the power button. Nothing else happens, no lights, nothing but a dead display. Â Any suggestions. Â It is approx. 8 months old.
My 'control lock' light was also stuck on; and b/f I found this website, I unplugged to reboot to no avail. Then I did as stated....held the "END" button for 3 seconds and it worked! Thank goodness! Thanks to all of you and your input!
I was searching for the "control lock light on" problem and found this wonderful site! THANK YOU! within 3 minutes of logging on I now can use my washer again. I didn't even know I had an 'end of cycle' button haha Never used or noticed it. I will be back to this site in the future for what ever else crops up to be fixed,
Thanks this saved me a repair bill. Could not figure out where the end of cycle button was until I read further down in the post's where someone had mentioned an alarm button. This is a great site I will be back if I ever have any other issues.
Thank you! Had same issue with control locked light. Now I can donate that $50 I would have spent on the pay answer site to charity as planned.
When Start washer load sensing light comes on but cycle never starts.
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