Kenmore washer no power
Common reasons your Kenmore washer has no power
The most common reasons your Kenmore washer has no power are a malfunctioning electronic control board, faulty user interface or a broken motor.
52% of the time it's the
Electronic Control Board
18% of the time it's the
User Interface Control
16% of the time it's the
Motor
14% of the time it's the
Something else
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Most common repairs needed to fix a Kenmore washer
Electronic Control Board Replacement
A malfunctioning electronic control board can lead to various failures in a washer. This is because the board serves as the brain of the washer, controlling crucial components such as the water valve, drive motor, drain pump, and cycles. If the electronic control board fails, the washer may not power up or display the cycle status. Additionally, it might fail to fill, agitate, spin, or drain. In some cases, a shorted board may emit a burning smell.
User Interface Control Replacement
A faulty user interface control may become unresponsive and won’t allow you to change wash cycle settings or turn the washer on and off. In some failures, only one or two buttons or dials on the interface are affected, but in some cases the entire interface will be completely dead. Cycle status such as time remaining in the cycle won’t display properly on a defective user interface. Control keys or buttons on the user interface may also stick, causing the washer to exhibit inconsistent behavior, such as starting or stopping unexpectedly during a cycle. Error codes may also be present.
Motor Replacement
A broken washer motor will prevent the spin basket from rotating or agitating, and can also cause a variety of other issues that affect the washer’s ability to function properly. Signs that the motor is wearing out include unusual noises during operation, such as grinding or squealing sounds. The washer may also exhibit erratic spinning or agitation, with clothes not being properly rinsed or still soaking wet after the spin cycle. Additionally, a worn-out motor may lead to the washer not completing its cycles, stopping abruptly, or not starting at all. Burnt smells or overheating around the motor area can be indicative of internal problems. In some cases, visible damage to the motor itself may be apparent.
What to expect when you experience a Kenmore washer no power issue
How is the no power problem fixed?
Correcting most no power problems usually involves replacing the electronic control board, user interface control or motor. However, there are many potential causes, so a thorough diagnosis is key to fixing the problem. An accurate diagnosis is essential to understanding how much the repair will be.
Sears Home Services recommendations for a washer that has no power
When the washer has no power it can be for many reasons. To avoid replacing unneeded parts we recommend having a Sears Home Services professional perform diagnostic tests to identify the root cause of the problem. Our technicians are experienced at diagnosing all types of washer failures.
What to look out for with a washer no power diagnosis
Diagnosing modern appliances without proper knowledge and training can be difficult. Without using proper diagnostic techniques, fixing your washer problem will only be achieved through changing parts on a hunch. Appliances, especially in the last 10 years, have become extremely advanced, and many models have electronic parts that are difficult to test. DIY repairs on the latest appliance models are becoming increasingly difficult.
Kenmore Washer Won’t Turn On Troubleshooting
When your Kenmore washer won’t turn on, check the power cord to make sure it’s securely plugged into the electrical power outlet. If it is, check the house circuit breaker for your washer. Reset the house circuit breaker if you find it tripped.
If your Kenmore washer won’t turn on after resetting the house circuit breaker, test the electrical outlet for power. Plug a small lamp or night light into the outlet. If the lamp or night light doesn’t work, have an electrician fix the electrical outlet.
If the electrical outlet has power, then a bad electronic control board or faulty user interface board could be preventing the washer from turning on. A short circuit in other components in the washer can prevent the user interface control board from getting power. When the above troubleshooting steps don’t help you fix the power problem with your washer, schedule washer repair service and we’ll send a Sears Home Services technician to your home to repair the washer.
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