Washer - Timer Direction

Many washers feature a knob or dial for selecting the wash cycle. The direction you can turn the timer knob or dial depends upon whether the controls on the washer are mechanical or electronic.

Turning the Timer Knob or Dial on a Washer

Mechanical Washer

All washer timers turn only in a clockwise direction.

• Pull to Start Models: When you pull the washer knob out to start it, the knob will move freely in either direction. This is to prevent bumping it into another cycle.
• Start Button Models: The knob is not pulled out and will move freely in either direction when selecting the cycle.

Electronic Washer

The knob is not a timer. It can be moved either way and will not move during a cycle.

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