Customer Questions and Answers for Timer (Cycle Control) by Whirlpool

This timer controls the sequence and duration of cycles, automatically advancing your appliance through each step. Replacing a worn timer restores consistent cycle progression and dependable operation. What it does:

• Routes power to components at the correct time to start, run, and stop each cycle stage
• Advances through positions and stops at OFF when the cycle completes
• Common symptoms: cycle won't advance or gets stuck, won't start, runs too long, or ends early
• Also addresses intermittent operation, clicking/buzzing from the timer, or a knob that turns without advancing

• 1 timer assembly

• Disconnect power before servicing
• Photograph wiring and move one lead at a time to the matching terminals to prevent miswiring
• Mount the timer, align the shaft, and reinstall the knob/dial as removed
• Run a short test cycle to ensure proper advancement