Whirlpool washer with flaky control knob

Washer Repair
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This washer works only when you pull and hold the main control knob. What part needs to be replaced?

TIA,
nfarlow

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This washer works only when you pull and hold the main control knob. What part needs to be replaced?

TIA,
nfarlow

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If you are talking about pulling on the timer knob, then you need a new timer. One or more of the contacts inside are probably almost burnt away.

Part number AP3018613

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If you are talking about pulling on the timer knob, then you need a new timer. One or more of the contacts inside are probably almost burnt away.

Part number AP3018613

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Thank you for your quick reply.

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Will this timer work?

http://www.**************************.com/ShowProduct.aspx?ID=20135

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Sorry, I didn’t know this site blocked URLs. The part number is Washing Machine Timer - 3946448

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Sorry, I didn’t know this site blocked URLs. The part number is Washing Machine Timer - 3946448

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It should, it crosses back to the other timer number.