Customer Questions and Answers for Electronic Control Board by Whirlpool

An electronic control board that serves as the appliance's central command module. It manages cycle timing and powers key components, helping your unit start, run, and complete cycles correctly when the original board fails.

• Interprets inputs from sensors and user controls to execute programmed operations
• Switches relays/triacs to deliver power to motors, pumps, valves, heaters, or fans as required
• Monitors feedback to advance timing and protect components from faults
• Failure may present as: won't start, unresponsive controls/display, stops mid-cycle, erratic operation, or error codes/beeping

• Disconnect power at the breaker before servicing; verify no voltage present
• Use ESD precautions; handle the board by its edges and avoid touching components
• Photograph/label wiring; move connectors to the new board one at a time until fully seated
• On some models, run any required diagnostics or calibration per the unit's tech sheet after installation