How to Fix a Kenmore Dishwasher Control Panel With a Key Stuck

17X13 Kitchen Ideas
Written By
Cameron Easey
Cameron Easey
Published: May 7, 2010
Updated: Nov 20, 2021
1 minute read

Control Lock

  1. Close the door to the dishwasher and then press the "No Heat Dry" button on the control panel for four seconds.

  2. Wait for the "Lock On" status light to begin flashing. When the light turns off the control lock is no longer on or engaged to prevent use.

  3. Press the "Normal Wash" button to see if the dishwasher will function normally.

Reset Control Panel

  1. Go to the circuit panel and turn off the breaker for your kitchen. This will cut the power to all of the electrical devices, including the dishwasher.

  2. Wait 3 to 5 minutes and then turn the breaker back on.

  3. Check the dishwasher to see if there are any flashing lights that indicate a stuck key which would prevent the dishwasher from running.

  4. Press the "Normal Wash" button to see if the dishwasher will function normally.

Tips

A flashing light can also be caused by an interruption during the wash cycle.

Warnings

If the lights do not turn off on the control panel you may need to have the unit serviced to fix the problem.

Photo Credits

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Cameron Easey

Cameron Easey has over 15 years customer service experience, with eight of those years in the insurance industry. He has earned various designations from organizations like the Insurance Institute of America and LOMA. Easey earned his…

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