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Whirlpool Air conditioner remote control not working

If your Whirlpool air conditioner remote not working problem started suddenly, check the simple stuff first. Weak or dead remote control batteries are the most common reason an air conditioner is not responding to remote commands, so install fresh batteries and make sure they are positioned correctly. If the unit works from the control panel but the AC remote control not working issue remains, the remote control itself may be defective, especially if only some buttons respond or none of the functions work. For a window AC remote not working after the batteries and remote have been ruled out, the next likely cause is the main control board. The board contains the infrared receiver that picks up the remote signal, and if that receiver fails, the remote cannot communicate with the air conditioner. RepairClinic.com can help you match the right Whirlpool remote control or main control board to your unit. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement part made for your specific air conditioner.

01 - Whirlpool Air Conditioner Remote Control

First, try replacing the batteries in the remote control. If installing fresh batteries doesn’t solve the problem and you can still operate the air conditioner manually, the remote control might be defective. If you think the remote control is defective, replace it.

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02 - Whirlpool Air Conditioner Main Control Board

The main control board has an infrared receiver that receives signals from the remote. If the infrared receiver is not working, the remote control will not be able to communicate with the control board. If you suspect the main control board is defective, replace it.

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03 - Weak or Dead Remote Control Batteries

The remote control is powered by batteries which may have become too weak for the control to work. Replace the batteries with new ones to see if that resolves the issue.

04 - Replace remote control

If the unit responds correctly when the control panel buttons are pressed, but does not respond to the remote control, or only certain functions of the remote control, the remote is likely defective and will need to be replaced. Refer to owner's manual for guidance.

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