DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the control knob & board on Electrolux washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the control knob & board is when the washing machine won't start.
All of the information in this control board & knob replacement video is applicable to the following brands: Electrolux
Tools used: Phillips-head screwdriver or Number two square drive bit & needle-nose pliers.
Step-By-Step Instructions1
Electrolux Front-Load Washer - Model EFLS627UTT
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Front-Load Washer Control Knob & Board Assembly Replacement
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Tools & Assistance Needed
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"You will need a Philips-head screwdriver and needle-nose pliers for this procedure, and you may need assistance."
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Be sure to unplug the power cord.
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Have an assistant help you to move the appliance away from the wall.
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"Using a Philips-head screwdriver or a number two square drive bit, unthread the rear screws securing the top panel."
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Use needle-nose pliers to help extend the spring to remove the retainer from the door boot seal.
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Peel the boot seal off the lip of the front panel.
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Lift and support the front of the washer.
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Unthread the four screws securing the bottom of the front panel.
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Pull out the dispenser drawer and depress the tab to fully release.
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Unthread the two larger screws inside the dispenser drawer housing.
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Unthread the three screws securing the top of the front panel.
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Lift the front panel up and out to detach.
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Disconnect the two wire connecters to fully remove the panel.
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Set the panel down on a towel or blanket.
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Detach the ribbon connecter from the board.
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Use a Philips-head screwdriver to unthread the four mounting screws securing the board.
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Pull the retaining tabs back to remove the old control knob and board assembly.
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"Before you install the new control knob and board assembly, make sure the light diffuser is in place in the panel."
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Position the new assembly and snap it into place.
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Thread the four mounting screws.
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Connect the ribbon connecter to the new board.
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Reinstall the front panel by first connecting the control board wire connecter and the door latch wire connecter.
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Align the panel on the mounting pins and push down.
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Rethread the three screws on top.
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Replace the screws in the dispenser drawer housing.
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Reinstall the dispenser drawer.
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Rethread the four screws to secure the bottom of the front panel.
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Realign the door boot seal on the lip of the front panel.
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Secure it with the retainer by aligning the spring at the top then insert the retainer into the groove of the boot seal.
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"Realign the top panel, and secure it with the screws at the rear."
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Move the appliance back against the wall.
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Plug the power cord back in.
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Congrats! Your front-load washer is ready for use.