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LEDs and/or Displays Run For Short Time (but No Loads Running) and then Shuts Off

LEDs and/or Displays Run Briefly then Shut Off - Unit is in Sales Demo mode or fuse disabled loads

Whirlpool · Washing Machines

What does LEDs and/or Displays Run For Short Time (but No Loads Running) and then Shuts Off mean?

The LEDs and/or displays turn on for a short time but then shut off, with no loads running. This can happen if the unit is in Sales Demo mode or if a fuse has disabled loads.

Common Causes

  • Unit is in Sales Demo mode
  • Open F1 (triac load fuse) on control disabled loads

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check the operation of the Cancel key. If there is no Cancel LED response, the control is likely in Sales Demo Mode.

  2. 2

    Run the Service Diagnostics Cycle to clear Demo mode.

  3. 3

    Refer to the 'Fuse Service Check' in the 'Meter Check of Loads' section.

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