Amica Control Lock / Start Inhibit

Washer-dryer will not start cycle; lights on but Start button does nothing

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Possible Causes

Child lock (key lock) activated, Faulty Start/Pause button, User interface board fault, Door not detected as closed

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the appliance before removing the control panel.

  • Check child lock: Look for a key or lock symbol on the display. Disable the child lock according to the user manual (often by holding specific buttons for several seconds).
  • Confirm door lock: Ensure the door is fully closed and the door lock indicator is on.
  • Test Start button: If the button feels stuck or unresponsive, remove the control panel fascia and inspect the switch. Clean or replace the switch or UI board if faulty.
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Repair Difficulty

Easy 2/5

Required Part

User Interface Board
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