Frigidaire
User Interface / Start Circuit Fault
Washer will not start cycle; lights on but Start button does nothing
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Faulty Start/Pause button on UI board, Child lock (control lock) enabled, Door not fully closed or door lock failing, Failed user interface board
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Unplug the washer before removing the console.
- Check control lock: Look for a control lock icon on the display. Disable it by holding the designated button combination (refer to user manual).
- Verify door closure: Ensure the door is fully closed and latched. Listen for the door lock clicking when Start is pressed.
- Test Start button: If other buttons respond but Start does not, the Start switch on the UI may be faulty. Remove the console and inspect the UI board for worn or damaged switch contacts.
- Inspect UI harness: Reseat the ribbon cable or harness between the UI and main control.
- Replace UI board if needed: If the Start button is unresponsive and wiring is good, replace the user interface board.
- Test cycle start: Reassemble and confirm that pressing Start initiates a cycle.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
Required Part
User Interface Board
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