8 reasons behind washing machine start-up problem

Washing machine not starting

Washing machine is a popularly used home appliance. Like any other home appliance, a washing machine may breakdown in its lifetime.

Washing machine not starting is a common but frustrating problem especially when you have tones of clothes to wash. So before you call a washing machine repair professional, you must know what may have gone wrong inside your washing machine.

8 probable causes behind washing machine start up problem are:

Blown fuse or MCB

If your washing machine does not start, begin with the basic diagnosis. Check if your washing machine is plugged in or not. Many times due to voltage fluctuations the MCB trips or the fuse blows out and your washing machine does not start. Check and reset the MCB (or replace the fuse) and then start your washing machine.

Faulty power outlet

If your washing machine does not start check the power outlet where it is plugged into. Plug and test a lamp or radio into the outlet to check if it works fine or not. If the outlet is dead the washing machine will not start. Call an electrician and get the faulty electrical outlet repaired.

Faulty power cord

If the washing won’t start and you find that the MCB or fuse are fine and electrical outlet is not faulty, check the power cord. The power cord itself might be defective. A faulty cords stops the washing machine from starting. Call an electrician and get the wire replaced.

Defective door interlock

Washing machine not starting problem could be due to defective door interlock. If the lights come on but the machine won’t start, the door interlock wiring might have gone bad. Call a washing machine repair expert to rectify this door interlocking problem.

Defective drive motor

All washing machines use a motor that is responsible for spinning and agitating during the washing cycle. When this motor becomes defective, the washing machine fails to start. Call a washing machine repair professional for drive motor repair and replacement.

Defective main control or PCB

If the washing machine does not start the main control board or PCB might be defective. Only a washing machine repair expert can diagnose and rectify this problem.

Faulty start switch or knob

Sometimes a defective start switch or knob stops the washing machine from starting.

Overheating

Many times when a washing machine is overheated it stops working. If you run several loads, one after another, without giving any rest to your machine, it may get overheated and stops working. So if your machine stops suddenly during operation, give the machine sufficient time to cool down, and then try it again. If it works fine, overheating has been the problem.

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9 Comments

  1. 1

    what is PCB problem. when and why it occur. I moved from my old home to new home in March 2020. l did not use my LG Front load washing machine for nearly 1 1/2 years. when called LG sevice centre they send one Technitian who told me there is Programme error in the PCB as it was not used for a long time and there is Zam in the machine. He chared Rs 4200 for repair. is it true . If fully automatic washing not used for a long time what will happen to it.

  2. 2

    I have ifb serena sx 5.5kg water coming unable wash or rinse.water taking and direct draining.how to solve please let me know tq

    • 3

      what is PCB problem. when and why it occur. I moved from my old home to new home in March 2020. l did not use my LG Front load washing machine for nearly 1 1/2 years. when called LG sevice centre they send one Technitian who told me there is Programme error in the PCB as it was not used for a long time and there is Zam in the machine. He chared Rs 4200 for repair. is it true . If fully automatic washing not used for a long time what will happen to it.

  3. 4

    My name is sheetal.I have ifb front load washing machine.my washing machine shows e9 error.what is the solution?

  4. 5

    The power of my IFB senator is showing, but when I try to switch it on it just turns itself off, if I continue to press press the switch on button then it shows high voltage error
    Please suggest

  5. 6

    Ifb top load RCW 6.5 kg AQUA washing machine is taking water again and again it is not doing spin dry clothes

  6. 7

    Hi,

    I’ve ifb tl rcg 6.5kg aqua top load machine, there has been multiple occasion the power button doesn’t work and suddenly it starts working.

    I never understood whats the problem.

    Although, socket and other equipment are working.

  7. 8

    Hi
    My name is Dhaval from Vadodara
    I got IFB ELENA DX and I got issue with start-up
    If I start with pre wash or normal wash it’s can’t be start but as I put on Rinse it will be start so what is the problem in there ?

  8. 9

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