Andrew S South Royalton , VT July 25, 2016 Appliance: Model 796.40272900 Machine turns itself off randomly seconds after turning it on Replaced the "PCB Assembly, Main" and it works great now. I got instructions by searching online. The replacement was pretty easy for an average DIYer. The hardest part was disconnecting the cables from the initial circuit board. Read More... 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Sandra P Beaverton , OR February 15, 2016 Appliance: Model KENMORE (MADY BY LG) 796.40272900 The washer would come on but soon would go off Plugging it on and off didn't do the trick as it seemed to have helped other people. After getting feedback from the pros on the thread for my specific model, they suggested I perform the tests in the repair manual which they uploaded for me to use. That led to two possible parts: the display assembly and/or the main assembly. Since the display assembly is cheaper and easier to replace, I tried that one first. Upon replacing it the problem persisted, so I reinstalled the old one and moved on to replacing the main assembly. Between the repair manual and youtube, I figured out how to remove it and replace it and after that it all seemed to work. I ran the load tests and the washer performed them all as expected. I used one Phillips screwdriver and needle pliers. It took me a while to do it because I was so unfamiliar and was taking my time being extra careful. It is important to note that I am a 51 yr. old female with little mechanical experience although I am an avid DIYer. I was resigned to having to buy a new washer so felt I had little to lose since you take parts back if they don't solve the problem. I am glad I did! I have shared my story on FB and have already referred some friends your way. Thank you for being here and having such an awesome system going! Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Pliers, Screwdrivers
Christopher O Hauppauge , NY February 17, 2017 The washer wouldn't start the power button wasn't active I replaced the main control board. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers