Vijay July 08, 2018 for Model Number MDBH949AWB1 Hello, My Maytag Dishwasher MDBH949AWB1 is not working. Unable to invoke the diagnostic cycle with heated dry > normal sequence. left set of buttons doesn't work but right set works. when i press the left buttons in sequence followed by hi temp wash > heated dry > hi temp wash, it runs some diagnostics and all the lights are light up and stays on for a long time (hours!). Could this be a problem with control panel or the circuit board? Thanks.
1 Answer Vijay, For part of the buttons working but others not this will most likely be caused by a faulty control panel which is part number W10810104. Read More...
Alyson May 25, 2015 for Model Number MDBH949AWS1 I cannot select a cycle on the dishwasher. I can press cancel and it will start to drain. Also if I press Start the dishwasher will run on a light load cycle. All of the buttons work except for the cycle buttons - light, normal and heavy. Do I need to have the control panel replaced or is it something easier?
1 Answer Alyson, This issue would most likely be a control panel and can be tested using the keychart that is on the tech sheet behind the kickplate by doing a continuity test on the keys. If the test checks ok then the issue will be the control board. Read More...
Jared October 16, 2013 for Model Number MDBH949AWB1 Upon pushing start button the lights under "cycles" and "options" light up as expected, but "start light" then proceeds to blink on and off continuously and washer does not come on. Had technician replace touchpad 18 months ago. Could it have possibly have gone out again? Is touchpad the same as control panel OR am I confusing the two? Any help is greatly appreciated, thank you.
1 Answer Jared, Yes the key pads can fail in a short period of time, and based on your information, that is the issue. The key pads are "inlaid" into the control panel W10810104, so you have to replace the control panel assembly. You're not confusing the two, some brands and models do have a separate key pad assembly, but not in your case. You also want to check and make sure the wiring connections in the junction box are good and tight, and a thin coat of "Vaseline" around the touchpad ribbon and connector (after the ribbon is installed and seated properly) will help to keep any moisture or debris from entering the connection, and help to prolong the life of the key pad. Read More...
Rich September 19, 2013 for Model Number MDBH949AWB Dishwasher will not start. Control lights are on but the start button does not work and will not start.
1 Answer Hello Rich. Make sure the door switches are good. If so, replace the control panel on the unit. Read More...
Prasad March 27, 2013 for Model Number maytag dishwasher model # MDBH949AWB1 The front panel switches "Heavy, Normal and Light " do not work and the light do not turn on when the button are pressed. Please let me know how to trouble shoot this problem. Is the problem in the touch panel or the control board ? Thank You for a early reply.
1 Answer Hello Prasad. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the control panel W10810104 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Joel August 08, 2012 for Model Number mdbttt53awb1 The disher washer will not start. When the door is closed, finger touch will light the option buttons but the cycle buttons will not light or function. I check the two switches and they both work. The pins on the right side switch measure 120 volts, and the one on the left zero when the power is connected.
1 Answer Hello Joel. You will test for continuity between both switches. They should read closed. If they test closed, you will need to order and replace the control panel W10810104 on the unit. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Ray S July 24, 2012 for Model Number mdbh949awq1 all items light up but the 0n/start will not start the dishwasher.is a control panel hard to install?
1 Answer Ray, You're on track, you most likely need a control panel/keypad assembly W10810383 and No, it's not that difficult a repair to make. Turn the power to the dishwasher off, Remove the screws across the top and down the upper protion of the inner door liner, carefully lift up and out on the control panel to remove. Label and disconnnect the wiries. unclip the control board from the tabs on the original control, and reverse the procedure. Thanks Read More...
Patty December 17, 2011 for Model Number MDBH949AWQ1 Dishwasher will not start but lights up on control panel..I noticed you stated to replace control panel..How do replace the control panel once ordered and received..Thanks...Patty
1 Answer Hi Patty. You will need to get a "torx" type of screwdriver (or bit). Check the size as they have changed from t-15 to t-20 size. Once you have determined this size, then you will need a "security " torx type of bit that is the exact size and has a hole in the end of the shaft so you can get the one screw loose that is a security type. It will be on the back panel upper corner area so no one access the control board or door switches that have 120 vac "live". You remove the power. Remove the inner panel. Remove the door switch body and observe where the 2 - side tabs were located on purpose on the inside of the back o0f the control panel. If these are broken, then 99.8% of the time the rear feet are not touching the floor. You need to follow the installatio0n guide and now take a moment and level the unit front to back and side to side. OR- the latch will continue to break , and the console. Not to mention the warped tub striker as the tub body will flex as the dishes are full and you are in the middle of a heated cycle. It will flex and the door will twist. Then dismount the control board outer mount screws and then lay aside. All screws are 1/4" screws once inside. Use a nut driver . The control panel is part # W10810104. Thank You. Read More...