Kenmore Automatic Load Sensing Washer Won T Start

This video shows how to troubleshoot flashing lid lock errors on a vertical modular washer.

Kenmore automatic load sensing washer won t start. Kenmore top load washing machines embody sleek and modern designs with powerful cleaning technology. Be sure the washer is in standby mode plugged in with all indicators off. Smart features help you start a load schedule maintenance and even download new wash cycles. Perform the following sequence of movement using the cycle selector knob.

After reset sequence a through e must be completed within 6 seconds. A vertical modular top load washer flashes the lid lock light instead of a code when the washer won t start. Again some washers won t function if the lid isn t tightly closed. It will do this twice then start filling.

What the washer is doing when it is sensing is the positioning sensor is checking the position of the motor with the tub. Some top load washers feature a triple action impeller making work of dirty laundry. This is intended to help you prevent an unbalanced load in your washer. The clutch engages and the basket will move.

A top load direct drive washer uses an electro mechanical timer to control washer functions so it won t signal error codes. When it s working properly you ll hear the motor start and stop. This video walks you through how your washing machine works with auto sensing. Are you using an extension cord.

Press and hold the start cancel button for 3 seconds to turn everything off 2.