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Kenmore elite washing Machine Code error CL, control locked?

How can I unlocked??

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Thanks you. Holding the rinse button worked.

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I tried everything Chime button, unplugged and plugged it back but nothing works. What should I do

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Hi @nafishamamdani,

What is the make and model number of the washer?

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I did the same and it didn't worked for me

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What is the make and model number of the washer?

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Mike, this error code most likely indicates that the CONTROL LOCK has been activated. To deactivate the control lock press and hold the drain and spin button for 5 seconds. Or you can try to reset it by unplugging your machine, and plug it back in after 5-10 min.

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Thanks dude...

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For the kenmore elite the Cl error was cleared by the stay fresh button. It also says control lock above it

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On some models, the control lock is also the chime button. Press and hold that for 5 seconds, and you're good as new.

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On my model, Accela-wash, press and hold the extra rinse button which also has control lock on it

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Holding the chime button for 5 seconds worked for me! Thank you! :)

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On some models, the control lock is also the chime button. Press and hold that for 5 seconds, and you're good as new.

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If you look closely under the printed word "Chime" is says in VERY SMALL letters/words "Control Lock" Wheewww - thought I was gonna have to call for expensive service :(

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Thanks! Holding the control lock button for 5 seconds helped me! Saved me $80 for a service call!

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It worked by holding extra rinse

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Thanks Mike holding the chime button for 5 seconds worked!!!!

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Worked on my Kenmore Elite!! Just press and Hold the Chime button for 5 seconds.

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Y'all another brand of Kenmore it's the Extra Rinse and that is also your Control Lock/ mecv

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We have model number 796 and this worked for it. None of the above---unplugging it, holding chime button, etc., worked. Thank you so much!

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The same thing for me.. but on my model I pushed the control lock for about 10 seconds and it finally reset.

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On my model, pressing the Chime button, which is also Control Lock (CL) worked like a charm,

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What if holding the control lock button does not work and unplugging it for a day does not work?

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Hi @tdw80715,

What is the model number of the washer?

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Acq76909912k-sd-87r 05464 0064

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Same thing happening for me Acq76909912k

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Mike will be eternally grateful.
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