Hotpoint Washing Machine Start Button Not Working? 5 Fixes

So, your Hotpoint washing machine Start button is not working? This is very frustrating when you are ready to wash clothes and the machine will not begin.

Luckily, the Start button itself may still be fine. I would check the power, door, and Child Lock setting before replacing anything.

Try these solutions in order and one should get the washer going.

Why Is My Hotpoint Washing Machine Start Button Not Working?

If your Hotpoint washer Start button does not work, check the power and door, turn off Child Lock, press Start correctly, then inspect the panel.

Check the Power

Push the plug into the outlet and reset a tripped breaker. Test the outlet with a small appliance if the washer has no lights.

These check tells you whether the button is really the problem.

Close the Door

Pull any clothing away from the seal and wipe the latch clean. Close the door gently and listen for it to lock.

If the door is also stuck, read about a locked Hotpoint washer door. A broken latch may needs replacement.

Turn Off Child Lock

Look for a lit lock symbol. Press and hold the button marked Child Lock or Control Lock until the light turns off.

The correct button varies by model. This is one of the common reason other buttons do not respond.

Press Start Correctly

Use a dry finger and read the button label. Hold it until the washer begins if it says Hold to Start; if not, press it once.

If it does nothing, reset the power and clean the panel before arranging a repair.

Reset and Check the Panel

Disconnect the washer for five minutes and dry the controls while the power is off. Reconnect it only after the panel is completely dry.

If only Start does not work, there is few safe repairs inside the panel. Ask a technician to test it.

Conclusion

Try these five fixes for a Hotpoint Start button that does not work:

• Check the power
• Close the door
• Turn off Child Lock
• Press Start correctly
• Reset and check the panel