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Cycle Selector Switch WPW10168257

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PartSelect Number PS11749403
Manufacturer Part Number WPW10168257
Manufactured by Whirlpool for Whirlpool, Kenmore, Maytag, KitchenAid
Product Description

Cycle Selector Switch Specifications

Also known as Rotary Switch.
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This part works with the following products:
Washer.
Part# WPW10168257 replaces these:
3949180, 661613, W10111373, W10168257
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David
February 22, 2019
My Kenmore washing machine doesn't perform a cycle advance. When it starts, it usually stops with the tub full of water. I need to manually advance the selector to rinse settings and spins cycles to get the laundry to complete a full cycle. Therefore, i believe the selector switch is likely faulty. Comments?
For model number 11020912990
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Hello David, thank you for your question. Since you are able to manually change the cycles from fill, to agitate, to rinse, to spin, the most likely issue causing that is the timer PartSelect Number: PS11742067. The timer controls most of the operations of the washer: water level, tub filling and emptying, length of cycles, and cycle setting sequences. Good luck with your repair!

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James
February 19, 2018
The washer fills top level on all settings, the control knob on console, doesn,t say low med and high, it says light soil normal soil and heavy soil. Why would it fill to full on all settings, thanks for your help.James e.
For model number 110.29822801
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Hi James, Thank you for your question. If you are setting your washer to different water settings and you are getting a full load, then you will likely need to replace the water pressure hose. This is the hose that tells your appliance if your tub is at the desired water level. I hope this helps. Thank you and have a great day!

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Carol
July 2, 2019
Cycle stops at rinse, doesn't drain, will only fill and wash. None of the other cycles work. Thanks
For model number 11028922791
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Hi Carol, thank you for your question. I would suggest you check your lid switch assembly. That part may be malfunctioning just after your wash cycle so it will not go into the spin and drain. If that part is not the issue then you may need to look at your timer. I hope that helps. Good luck with your repair.

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Mark
January 9, 2019
My washer overfilled with water. I tried to turn the knob and advance to the spin cycle and pump the water out, but it would not spin. Is there something wrong with the cycle select switch? How can I get my washer to spin?
For model number 110.26832690
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Hello Mark, Thank you for the question. You can first try to test the Pressure switch, PartSelect Number PS3408073 for continuity. This part is able to sense the water level in the tub. When the water reaches the desired level, this switch stops the water from flowing in the tub and the washing program begins. You can also check the hose going to the switch for blockages. Hope this helps, good luck with this repair!

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Vickie
February 1, 2020
We set the cycle selector switch, but when the machine starts it is agitating and then we hear it start to fill. When it is done it doesn't appear to have removed as much of the water as it used to.
For model number MVWC6ESWW
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Hi Vickie. I recommend getting a multi-meter and testing the cycle selector switch, door switch ect;. Thank you for your question and good luck with your repair.

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Henry
January 25, 2025
Washer will now engage only on Permanent Press cycle and with a short pause first.
For model number 11016882503
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Hello Henry, Thank you for reaching out. This could be an indication the Timer Switch PartSelect #: PS11746385 that controls the cycles is faulty and may need to be replaced. Thank you for the inquiry, good luck with the repair!

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Brian
June 3, 2024
i need the part that you use to set the wash time, and rinse cycles, the main "dial " for the machine...the machine is a kenmore series 80, model # 110.20802 990 ( not sure if the 3 #'s befor and after the "20802" are needed) type111, its about 24 years old, and im not sure how to find the part
For model number 11020802990
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Hello Brian, thank you for getting in touch. The timer knob you are looking for is part number PS11742036. If you require assistance to place an order, please contact customer service!

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Tracie
July 22, 2019
Hi, could you please help me figure out my washing machine issue. My washing machine won’t agitate properly on regular or delicate speeds but seems to work fine on heavy duty speed.
For model number 110.27892790
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Hello Tracie, thank you for inquiring. You will want to consider replacing either the Agitator Directional Cogs part number PS388034 or the Direct Drive Motor Coupling part number PS1485646 for your model. We hope this helps!

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Linda
November 27, 2019
My Whirlpool washer is filling and draining at the same time. It will eventually start the wash cycle but doesn't advance to the spin cycle unless I manually move the knob forward. I have been told the atc switch is bad. Does that sound like it would fix the problem?
For model number LSN2000PW2
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Hello Linda, Thank you for the question. Your washer drain hose could be causing a siphoning effect. Check to see if your washing machine drain hose is pushed too far into the stand pipe in the wall. There needs to be an air gap and by having the drain pipe pushed too far there is no air gap. This creates a vacuum or siphoning affect and the water is pulled out of the washer as it fills with water. Hope this helps!

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Breanna
December 14, 2019
My Kenmore top load washer fills fine, then makes a ticking sound once it tries to start the agitating cycle. Once it moves through that cycle it will drain and spin. It just will not do anything on the agitation cycle. Motor coupler has been replaced as well as the dog clips in agitator and still ticking but not agitating!
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Hello Breanna and thanks for writing. We would be happy to do some research to find you the correct parts. However, we need your model number and the brand name to locate any information on this. Model numbers can be short or long and could have a mixture of numbers and letters. It is possible that part #11749403 might work with your unit; however, as we do not have your model number in our database we can not guarantee the fit. We hope this helps. Please contact us anytime.

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Model Cross Reference
This part works with the following models:
PartSelect Number: PS11749403
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10168257
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