Customer Questions and Answers for Timer (Washer) by Whirlpool

This washer timer controls and advances the cycle, sending power to the valve, motor, and pump at the right times. Replace it if the cycle stalls, won't start, or never completes.

• Advances the wash program through fill, agitate, drain, and spin by closing/opening internal contacts
• Directs power to key components at set intervals to keep the cycle moving
• Failure symptoms include a cycle that won't advance, stops mid-cycle, runs indefinitely, or only clicks/hums
• Also prevent the washer from starting a selected cycle

• Unplug the washer before servicing
• Remove the control knob/dial and access the control console to reach the timer
• Transfer wires from the old timer to the new one one-by-one to matching terminals
• Secure the timer, reassemble the console, reinstall the knob/dial, and test