Your washing machine breaking down when you have piles of laundry to do is a frustrating affair, which we know all too well. Depending on the issue, it will probably cost you a hundred or more for a service guy to fix it in under 10 minutes.
If he needs a new part to troubleshoot your washer, that will cost you a few extra dollars or hundreds more—that is, if he has it on hand. You might have to wait for days or weeks to get the replacement part you need, while your laundry keeps on piling up.
Lucky for you, we know our way around Maytag washers, and we can show you how to fix them. We’ll walk you through all the steps to help you fix a Maytag washer that isn’t turning on and help you avoid that hefty repair fee.
Why isn’t my Maytag washer turning on?
When a Maytag washer won’t turn on or start, or it turns off unexpectedly, it could be caused by a defective component in your washer or a faulty electrical connection in your household.
Check the power cord, outlet, circuit breaker, lid lock, control panel, and control board for possible issues.
Before rushing to conclusions and making any rash repairs, here are the first things you need to do to resolve this problem.
- Confirm that the power cord is plugged in.
Sometimes, the fix can be as easy as plugging in a loose or disconnected power cord. Then, try to check if the washer turns on and starts a cycle.
- Verify that the outlet has power.
Plug in an electronic device or other small appliances to the same outlet to confirm that it has power.
If none of these steps have resolved your problem, you might need to troubleshoot the washing machine. Keep reading our guide below as we delve into the possible causes and solutions for this issue.
Causes and Solutions
To fix a Maytag washer that won’t turn on, you might only have to plug in the cord properly. If it doesn’t work, inspect the cord for signs of damage and replace it if necessary.
If the washer turns on but doesn’t start, check if Control Lock is enabled. Make sure the door is closed and locked.
Here, we’ve made a list of the most common reasons why a washing machine won’t turn on. We also have easy-to-follow instructions to help you resolve the problem.
| Causes | Solutions |
| Not Following Electrical Requirements | • Plug the power cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Never modify the cord. • Never plug the cord into an adapter or extension wire. • Connect the washing machine to its own circuit to prevent potential overloading. • It must have a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker for 120 units or a 10 amp fuse or circuit breaker for 220-240 units. |
| Tripped Circuit Breaker | • Locate the circuit breaker and identify the one that keeps tripping. The switch would be out of place when a breaker trips. • Move the switch on the circuit breaker to the OFF position. • After a few seconds, flip the switch back to the ON position. • Plug in your washer. Confirm that it can turn on and operate properly. • Turn on the lights and plug in the other appliances in the circuit. • If the circuit trips, the appliance or light you plugged in may have faulty wiring or overloaded the circuit. • Contact a licensed electrician who can help you diagnose and resolve the issue. |
| Engaged Control Lock | • Press and hold down the Control Lock button for three seconds. The display should start counting down from three and then display the Loc or LC code. • If the countdown doesn’t start, press the Power button first to turn off the appliance. • Then, turn it back on and push the Control Lock for three seconds. • If it still doesn’t work, reset the washer by unplugging its power cord or turning off the power at the circuit breaker. • After a minute or two, restore power to the washer. Press and hold down the Control Lock button for three seconds. |
| Damaged Power Cord | • Unplug the power cord or turn off the power at the circuit breaker • Close the water supply to the washer. Then, disconnect the hot and cold hoses and the drain hose. • Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel. • Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the bolts on the small metal plate behind the washer. Set it aside. • Unfasten the remaining screws on the UI panel. Then, raise the lid and slide a putty knife underneath the UI panel. • Push the clip with the putty knife until it is released, and follow the same step on the other side. • Close the lid and flip the panel over. Locate the wire harness for the power cord. • Refer to your user manual, if needed. • Disconnect the power cord’s wire harness. Use a small flathead screwdriver to release the spring relief. • Pull the rest of the cord out from the back of the washer. • Get your new cord. Slip it into the hole on the washer’s back panel and insert the strain relief to lock the cord in place. • Reconnect the power cord to the wire harness. • Close the panel. Then, reinstall all the screws to keep it secure. • Reconnect all the hoses. Turn on the water supply. • Plug in the power cord and turn on the washer. |
| Broken Lid Latch Assembly | • Unplug the washer or turn off the power at the circuit breaker. Shut off the water supply to the washer. • Disconnect the drain and water supply hoses. Tape the door shut. • Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel. • Use the ¼” nut driver to unfasten the screws on the small cover and the rear access panel. Set the cover and panel aside. • Unplug the lid switch’s wire connector. Refer to your user manual, if necessary. • Remove the plastic retainer clip. Then, squeeze the two prongs on the wire harness retainer and push it down to release it. • Remove the two screws securing the top panel. • Pull the top forward and lift it up until the tabs on the rear panel fit into the slots on the top. • Get the holding strap and attach the hooks to the washer’s top and main body. • Use the flathead screwdriver to pry the lid switch out. • Remove the wire harnesses from the retaining clips. Then, pull the harness out and set it aside. • Get the new lid lock assembly and slide it into position. • Insert the wire harness into the opening on the washer’s top. Then, slip the wire under the retaining clips to keep it secure. • Push the wire harness retainers into the slot on the washer’s top until it snaps into place. • Unhook the holding straps. Close the washer’s top by simply pressing it down until it is secure. • Attach the retaining clip of the lid switch’s wire harness. Then, reconnect the wire to the control board. • Reinstall the two screws that secure the top panel. Then, mount the rear access panel and the small cover. • Reconnect the hoses and turn on the water supply. • Restore power to the washer. Run a test cycle to confirm that the door latches and the unit drains properly. |
| Defective User Interface Panel | • Unplug the power cord or turn off the power at the circuit breaker • Close the water supply to the washer. Then, disconnect the hot and cold hoses and the drain hose. • Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel. • Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the screws on the small metal plate behind the washer. Then, set it aside. • Unfasten the remaining screws on the UI panel. Tape the lid shut to the main top. • Pull the washer’s main top toward the front. Lift it up slightly, push it back, and raise it all the way up. • Use Channellock pliers to squeeze the clips on both sides of the washer to release the UI panel. • Lift up the UI panel. Disconnect the wire connectors from the panel to the control board. • Get the new UI panel. Connect the wire harnesses to the panel and to the control board. • Install the new panel on the washer’s main top. Fasten all the screws to keep the panel secure. • Reattach all the hoses, and turn on the water supply. Then, reconnect the washer to power. • Try turning on the washer. Check if it can start a cycle. |
| Faulty Main Control Board | • Unplug the washer or turn off the power at the circuit breaker. • Turn off the water supply, then disconnect both inlet hoses. • Move the washer away from the wall and turn it around to access the back panel. • Remove the bolts mounting the panel. Insert a flathead screwdriver under the front control panel housing, then pry it open. • Disconnect the wire harness and set the control panel aside. • Take a photo of the wires connected to the main control board. Use it as a reference for the reassembly process. • Unplug the switch wire connectors on the control board. Use a flathead screwdriver to release the bracket and retainer. • Detach the air pressure tube.Use a ¼” nut driver to unfasten the screws securing the control board. • Remove the center knob, then lift the faulty control board to remove it from the panel. • Prep your new control board by transferring the wire retaining bracket from the old assembly to the new one. • Align the control board with the slots on the panel. • Reinstall the screws to secure the board. Then, return the center control knob. • Plug in all the wire connectors to the correct terminals on the new control board. Use your photo for reference. • Secure the wires on the bracket and retainer. Reattach the air pressure tube. • Align the control panel with the rear panel, then push down until it snaps into place. • Reinstall the screws on the rear panel and reconnect all the hoses. • Turn on the water supply and restore power to the washer. Run a test cycle to confirm that the washer drains properly. |
Not Following Electrical Requirements
Like other manufacturers, Maytag has a set of electrical requirements that you must comply with to ensure the smooth operation of the washing machine. If you don’t follow the instructions, it might cause malfunctions that aren’t covered by your warranty.
Not only that, failure to comply with the requirements may cause unnecessary risks of fire, electrical shock, or injury.
Solution: The electrical requirements of a Maytag washer are as follows. For specific instructions for your specific appliance model, we recommend checking your user manual.
- Plug the power cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Never remove the grounding pin on the cord, and never use an adapter.
- Connect the washing machine to its own circuit to prevent potential overloading. It must have a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker for 120 units or a 10 amp fuse or circuit breaker for 220-240 units.
Tripped Circuit Breaker
Is power going out in one area of the house? One of the tell-tale signs of a tripped breaker is the loss of power in a certain area of the house instead of the entire household.
In the event of an electrical circuit overload, the breaker trips or shuts off power to prevent further overheating, which can cause fire or electrocution. You’ll have to transfer other appliances to different circuits to prevent an overload.
Another possible cause is a short circuit. This may happen due to faulty wiring, aging outlets, or a manufacturing fault in appliances.
Diagnosing a short circuit can be tricky for non-professionals. Thus, this job is best left to the licensed electricians.
Solution: Switch off the lights and unplug the appliances connected to the tripped circuit breaker. Follow these steps to reset the circuit.
- Step 1: Locate the circuit breaker where the washer is connected. The switch would be out of place when a breaker trips.
- Step 2: Flip the switch to the OFF position.
- Step 3: After a few seconds, move the switch back to the ON position to reset the circuit.
- Step 4: Plug in the Maytag washer’s power cord. Confirm that it turns on and operates properly.
If the circuit doesn’t trip, your washer most likely doesn’t have faulty wiring or a manufacturing fault. It should function well if you plug it into a different circuit.
- Step 5: Turn on the lights and plug in the other appliances in the circuit.
If an appliance or light causes the circuit to trip, it may have faulty wiring, which will require servicing.
Contact a licensed electrician who can help you diagnose and resolve the issue.
Engaged Control Lock
The Control Lock is a safety feature found in most modern appliances, which prevents unintentional changes to the setting. Depending on your Maytag washer model, you might see a LoC or LC code on the display when this function is activated.
If you have children or pets, this is a very useful feature as it locks the controls, preventing curious hands (or paws) from making accidental changes to ongoing wash cycles.
However, if it is activated before you can input the wash settings, your washer won’t respond to your commands and won’t run a cycle. You have to turn off the Control Lock first.
Solution: To deactivate the Control Lock on a Maytag front load washer, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Press and hold down the Control Lock button for three seconds. The display should start counting down from three and then display the Loc or LC code.
- Step 2: If the countdown doesn’t start, press the Power button first to turn off the appliance. Then, turn it back on and perform step 1 again.
- Step 3: If it still doesn’t work, reset the washer by unplugging its power cord or turning off the power at the circuit breaker. After a minute or two, restore power to the washer.
Try Step 1 again.
Quick Note:
Not all Maytag washers have a dedicated Control Lock button. Other models might use a button combination like Extra Rinse and Stream.
If you are unsure about your model’s controls, refer to your user manual.
Damaged Power cord
If the outlet has power, the circuit breaker isn’t tripping, but the washer won’t turn on, check the power cord for signs of damage.
The most common causes of a damaged power cord include heavy use, age, pinching, and power surges. If you have pets or pests in the house, it’s possible that they could have chewed and damaged the cord.
A damaged power cord is very dangerous. Thus, you shouldn’t use your appliance until you’ve replaced it.
What you’ll need:
- Phillips screwdriver
- Small flathead screwdriver
- Putty knife
- New power cord
Solution: To replace a damaged power cord on a Maytag top-load washing machine, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Unplug the power cord or turn off the power at the circuit breaker
- Step 2: Close the water supply to the washer. Then, disconnect the hot and cold hoses and the drain hose.
- Step 3: Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel.
- Step 4: Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the bolts on the small metal plate behind the washer. Then, set it aside.
- Step 5: Unfasten the remaining screws on the UI panel.
- Step 6: Raise the lid and slide a putty knife underneath the UI panel. Push the clip with the putty knife until it is released, and follow the same step on the other side.
- Step 7: Close the lid and flip the panel over. Locate the wire harness for the power cord.
- Step 8: Disconnect the power cord’s wire harness.
- Step 9: Use a small flathead screwdriver to release the spring relief.
- Step 10: Pull the rest of the cord out from the back of the washer.
- Step 11: Get your new cord and prep it for installation.
Sometimes, if the manufacturer upgrades the part, you’ll have to make a few adjustments to make it fit in your washer. In such cases, just follow the instruction sheet supplied with the cord.
- Step 12: Slip the new cord into the hole on the washer’s back panel. Then, insert the strain relief to lock the cord in place.
- Step 13: Reconnect the power cord to the wire harness.
- Step 14: Close the panel. Then, reinstall all the screws to keep it secure.
- Step 15: Reconnect all the hoses. Turn on the water supply.
- Step 16: Plug in the power cord and turn on the washer.
Broken Lid Latch Assembly
Sometimes, clothes can snag on the door and prevent it from latching. When you try to run a cycle, it won’t start until you remove the door and close it properly.
If your washer’s door is closed, not obstructed, but the cycle won’t start, you most likely have a problem with the lid latch assembly. This component keeps the door locked during cycles.
A well-functioning lid latch assembly will send a message to the control board, informing it that the door is shut and that a cycle may start. If this component is broken, it can’t send a message to the control board, which means that a cycle can’t start.
You’ll have to replace the entire assembly if it is defective.
What you’ll need:
- ¼” nut driver
- Holding strap
- Tape
- Flathead screwdriver
- New lid latch assembly
Solution: Test the lid switch for continuity to confirm that it is defective and needs replacement. Follow these steps:
- Step 1: Unplug the washer or turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Step 2: Shut off the water supply to the washer.
- Step 3: Disconnect the drain and water supply hoses. Tape the door shut.
- Step 4: Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel.
- Step 5: Use the ¼” nut driver to unfasten the screws on the small cover and the rear access panel. Set the cover and panel aside.
- Step 6: Unplug the lid switch’s wire connector. Refer to your user manual, if necessary.
- Step 7: Remove the plastic retainer clip. Then, squeeze the two prongs on the wire harness retainer and push it down to release it.
- Step 8: Use the ¼” nut driver to remove the two screws securing the top panel.
- Step 9: Pull the washer’s top forward and lift it up until the tabs on the rear panel fit into the slots on the top.
- Step 10: Get the holding strap and attach the hooks to the washer’s top and main body.
- Step 11: Use the flathead screwdriver to pry the lid switch out.
- Step 12: Remove the wire harnesses from the retaining clips. Then, pull the harness out and set it aside.
- Step 13: Rotate the dial on the multimeter to the lowest ohms of resistance.
- Step 14: Touch each of the probes to the switch’s power input terminals. Then, actuate the switch.
If the multimeter shows close to 0 ohms of resistance, the assembly has continuity. However, if it shows little to no change when you actuate the switch, it means that the component is defective and requires a replacement.
To replace your top-load Maytag washer’s faulty lid switch, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Unplug the washer or turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Step 2: Shut off the water supply to the washer.
- Step 3: Disconnect the drain and water supply hoses. Tape the door shut.
- Step 4: Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel.
- Step 5: Use the ¼” nut driver to unfasten the screws on the small cover and the rear access panel. Set the cover and panel aside.
- Step 6: Unplug the lid switch’s wire connector. Refer to your user manual, if necessary.
- Step 7: Remove the plastic retainer clip. Then, squeeze the two prongs on the wire harness retainer and push it down to release it.
- Step 8: Use the ¼” nut driver to remove the two screws securing the top panel.
- Step 9: Pull the washer’s top forward and lift it up until the tabs on the rear panel fit into the slots on the top.
- Step 10: Get the holding strap and attach the hooks to the washer’s main top and body.
- Step 11: Use the flathead screwdriver to pry the lid switch out.
- Step 12: Remove the wire harnesses from the retaining clips. Then, pull the harness out and set it aside.
- Step 13: Get the new lid lock assembly and slide it into position until it is seated properly.
- Step 14: Insert the wire harness into the opening on the main top. Then, slip the wire under the retaining clips to keep it secure.
- Step 15: Push the wire harness retainer into the slot on the washer’s top until it snaps into place.
- Step 16: Unhook the holding straps. Close the washer’s top by simply pressing it down until it is secure.
- Step 17: Attach the retaining clip of the lid switch’s wire harness. Then, reconnect the wire to the control board.
- Step 18: Use the ¼” nut driver to reinstall the two screws that secure the top panel.
- Step 19: Reinstall the rear access panel and its screws. After, mount the small cover.
- Step 20: Reconnect the hoses and turn on the water supply.
- Step 21: Restore power to the washer. Run a test cycle to confirm that the door latches and the unit drains properly.
Defective User Interface Panel
If your Maytag washer turns on but doesn’t start, a common culprit is a defective user interface panel. The symptoms may vary depending on the extent of the damage.
In some cases, the panel will light up, but it won’t respond to your commands when you press the buttons or try to run the cycle. Or, it might not light up at all, especially when the power button is defective.
Before getting a new UI panel, try to clean it first to remove any dirt that is causing it to malfunction. You can also do a continuity test to confirm that has no electrical continuity.
If it is defective, it is beyond repair, so you’ll have to purchase a replacement, which can cost a few hundred dollars. On the bright side, it is an easy fix that you can perform yourself to avoid hefty repair service fees.
What you’ll need:
- ¼” nut driver
- Tape
- Channellock pliers
- Multimeter
- New UI Panel
Solution: To troubleshoot a malfunctioning UI panel, isolate it from the washer and give its internal components a quick clean. If that doesn’t work, perform a continuity test to confirm that it is broken.
- Step 1: Unplug the power cord or turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Step 2: Close the water supply to the washer. Then, disconnect the hot and cold hoses and the drain hose.
- Step 3: Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel.
- Step 4: Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the bolts on the small metal plate behind the washer. Then, set it aside.
- Step 5: Unfasten the remaining screws on the UI panel.
- Step 6: Tape the lid shut to the main top.
- Step 7: Pull the washer’s main top toward the front. Lift it up slightly, push it back, and raise it all the way up.
- Step 8: Use Channellock pliers to squeeze the clips on both sides of the washer to release the UI panel.
- Step 9: Carefully lift up the UI panel. Disconnect the wire connectors from the panel to the main control board.
- Step 10: Flip the UI panel over and inspect the area around the terminal. If it looks dirty, clean it using a cotton swab dipped in alcohol.
Plug everything back in to check if the panel lights up and turns on. You most likely need a replacement if it doesn’t.
You can also perform a continuity test to confirm that the UI panel is defective and requires replacement.
- Step 11: Rotate the dial on the multimeter to the lowest setting for ohms of resistance.
- Step 12: Touch each probe to a terminal on the connector. If the multimeter display doesn’t change, the UI panel has no continuity and requires replacement.
- Step 13: Repeat the step for the other connector. If the display shows little to no change, it has no continuity and requires replacement.
To replace a defective user interface panel on a Maytag Bravos washer, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Unplug the power cord or turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Step 2: Close the water supply to the washer. Then, disconnect the hot and cold hoses and the drain hose.
- Step 3: Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel.
- Step 4: Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the screws on the small metal plate behind the washer. Then, set it aside.
- Step 5: Unfasten the remaining screws on the UI panel.
- Step 6: Tape the lid shut to the main top.
- Step 7: Pull the washer’s main top toward the front. Lift it up slightly, push it back, and raise it all the way up.
- Step 8: Use Channellock pliers to squeeze the clips on both sides of the washer to release the UI panel.
- Step 9: Lift up the UI panel. Disconnect the wire connectors from the panel to the control board.
- Step 10: Get the new UI panel. Connect the wire harnesses to the panel and to the control board.
- Step 11: Install the new panel on the washer’s main top.
- Step 12: Reinstall all the screws to keep the panel secure.
- Step 13: Reattach all the hoses.
- Step 14: Turn on the water supply. Then, reconnect the washer to power.
- Step 15: Try turning on the washer. Check if it can start a cycle.
Faulty Control Board
As the brain of your washing machine, the main control board regulates a variety of its functions, such as starting, washing, spinning, and drying. Any damage to the control board may cause it to malfunction and show different symptoms.
However, it can be tricky to diagnose a faulty control board. Thus, you should look into this possibility once you’ve ruled out everything else on our list.
The best way to confirm if your control board is defective is through a continuity test. If it shows no continuity, you can replace it to fix your issue.
Quick Note:
Replacing a control board isn’t difficult, so you can perform it with little repair know-how and a few tools. However, the replacement part itself can be expensive.
Thus, if you have a decade-old washer that malfunctions frequently, you might want to consider buying a new washer. Most entry-level washers will probably cost the same as the replacement control board.
What you’ll need:
- Flathead screwdriver
- ¼” nut driver
- Pliers
- Multimeter
- New main control board
Solutions: To replace a Maytag top-load washer’s control board, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Unplug the power cord or turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Step 2: Close the water supply to the washer. Then, disconnect the hot and cold hoses and the drain hose.
- Step 3: Move the washer away from the wall to access the back panel.
- Step 4: Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the bolts mounting the panel.
- Step 5: Insert the flathead screwdriver under the front control panel housing, then pry it open.
- Step 6: Disconnect the wire harness and set the control panel aside.
- Step 7: Take a photo of the wires connected to the main control board. Use it as a reference for the reassembly process.
- Step 8: Disconnect the switch wire connectors on the control board, including the power wire. Then, use a flathead screwdriver to release the bracket and retainer.
- Step 9: Detach the air pressure tube.
- Step 10: Use a ¼” nut driver to unfasten the screws securing the control board.
- Step 11: Remove the center knob, then lift the control board to isolate it from the washer.
- Step 12: Check the control board for burns and discoloration, which are tell-tale signs of damage.
- Step 13: Get a multimeter and test the pump for continuity. Rotate the dial to the Continuity Test mode.
- Step 14: Place each probe on each side of the fuse on the control board.
If the multimeter beeps, the fuse is good and the control board is functioning well. However, if you hear nothing, the fuse is defective, which means that the control board needs replacement.
To replace the main control board of a top-load Maytag washer, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Unplug the washer or turn off the power at the circuit breaker.
- Step 2: Turn off the water supply, then disconnect both inlet hoses.
- Step 3: Move the washer away from the wall and turn it around to access the back panel.
- Step 4: Use a ¼” nut driver to remove the bolts mounting the panel.
- Step 5: Insert the flathead screwdriver under the front control panel housing, then pry it open.
- Step 6: Disconnect the wire harness and set the control panel aside.
- Step 7: Take a photo of the wires connected to the main control board. Use it as a reference for the reassembly process.
- Step 8: Disconnect the switch wire connectors on the control board, including the power wire. Then, use a flathead screwdriver to release the bracket and retainer.
- Step 9: Detach the air pressure tube.
- Step 10: Use a ¼” nut driver to unfasten the screws securing the control board.
- Step 11: Remove the center knob, then lift the faulty control board to remove it from the panel.
- Step 12: Get your new control board. Before installing it, transfer the wire retaining bracket from the old assembly to the new one.
- Step 13: Align the control board with the slots on the panel.
- Step 14: Reinstall the screws to secure the board. Then, return the center control knob.
- Step 15: Plug in all the wire connectors to the correct terminals on the new control board. Use your photo for reference.
- Step 16: Secure the wires on the bracket and retainer.
- Step 17: Reattach the air pressure tube.
- Step 18: Align the control panel with the rear panel, then push down until it snaps into place.
- Step 19: Reinstall the screws on the rear panel.
- Step 20: Reconnect all the hoses.
- Step 21: Turn on the water supply and restore power to the washer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Always unplug your Maytag washer before performing maintenance or repairs. If you are disassembling the unit, shut off the water supply to the washer and disconnect the hoses.
You can also tie the power cord in a bundle and tape it to the side of the washer if you are going to move it around. This can protect the cord from any damage during the repair.
Most of the time, you can troubleshoot the errors on your Maytag washer by yourself. Even if it involves the replacement of faulty components, you can perform the fix with our repair guides as a reference.
However, if you don’t feel comfortable or confident disassembling the washer, you can contact repair services or Maytag’s Customer Support. You can check if the fix is covered by your warranty, so you can avoid hefty repair costs.
Yes—in most cases, a malfunctioning washing machine is worth repairing. Most of the errors you’ll encounter with your Maytag washer are easy to troubleshoot and won’t take up your entire day.
However, if you’re dealing with component failure, you might want to weigh your options before doing the repair. For example, control boards and control panels can cost a few hundred dollars.
If you have an older washer, and it has been malfunctioning a lot, you should consider looking into newer models. That’s because a replacement board can cost as much as a new entry-level washer.
