Whirlpool Control Lockout / Power Reset Issue

Whirlpool water heater will not start after power outage

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.

Possible Causes

Control board latched fault, surge damage, incorrect wiring after service, tripped breaker

Safety first: Verify breaker is OFF before opening panels.

Steps:

Check and reset the breaker.
Turn breaker OFF for 5 minutes to fully reset the control, then turn ON.
On digital models, follow Whirlpool's startup or reset procedure from the user manual.
If display remains blank, test for correct voltage at the heater; if present, the control board may be damaged and require replacement.

Medium 3/5

Electronic Control Board

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