DISHWASHER MAY FAIL TO START OR MAY STOP DURING A CYCLE
Whirlpool Dishwasher Main Control Board / ACU Final Assembly W11660283, Replaces W11524499, W11648213, Fixes Dishwasher may fail to start or may stop during a cycle when the main control board is not correctly controlling the appliance
Genuine Whirlpool OEM electronic control board for select Maytag dishwashers. The board controls dishwasher timing, cycles, and overall operation.
Part W11660283Replaces W11524499, W11648213Whirlpool
Genuine Whirlpool OEM electronic control board for select Maytag dishwashers. The board controls dishwasher timing, cycles, and overall operation.
Is This the Right Part?
Part NumberW11660283
ReplacesW11524499, W11648213
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDishwasher
Part TypeMain Control Board / ACU Final Assembly
Common Symptoms
- Buttons or controls do not respond after basic power and door-latch checks.
- Dishwasher stops mid-cycle.
- Dishwasher does not fill, drain, or operate the spray system when the related load is not being energized by the control.
- Cycle timing or overall operation is abnormal.
- Dishwasher lights may flash or blink.
Check Before Replacing
- Confirm the dishwasher has power by checking the household breaker or fuse and verifying the power connection according to the appliance installation instructions.
- Confirm the door is fully latched and that the control lock or delay settings are not preventing operation.
- With power disconnected, inspect the control-board harnesses and connectors for loose, damaged, or corroded connections; reconnect only if the connection is clearly loose.
- If the dishwasher is unresponsive, check the thermal fuse and other power-supply components before condemning the control board.
- Use the model-specific service diagnostics procedure, where available, to distinguish control, user-interface, wiring, and load-component faults.
Pro Tip
A dishwasher that will not power up is not automatically evidence of a failed control board; verify the breaker, wiring, thermal fuse, door-latch circuit, and control connections first.
Part Details
Part NumberW11660283
Part TypeMain Control Board / ACU Final Assembly
ManufacturerWhirlpool
Appliance TypeDishwasher
Primary FunctionControls dishwasher timing, wash-cycle sequencing, user-control communication, and power delivery to major electrical loads.
Cross ReferencesW11524499, W11648213
Key Features
- Genuine Whirlpool OEM electronic control board / ACU final assembly.
- Controls dishwasher timing, cycles, and overall operation.
- Designed for select Maytag MDB4949SK-series dishwashers.
- Replacement assembly may be supplied under a refundable core program; verify seller condition and core terms before ordering.
Installation Notes
- Disconnect electrical power before accessing or replacing the control assembly.
- Access generally requires removal of the dishwasher control-panel/door-panel area, but follow the service documentation for the exact model.
- Transfer or reconnect wiring only as shown in the model-specific technical documentation; do not force connectors or alter the harness.
- Restore all panels and protective covers before reconnecting power and testing the dishwasher.
- Because the assembly presents an electrical-shock hazard and may require model-specific diagnostics, use a qualified appliance technician if unsure.
Verified Compatible Models
MDB4949SKB1, MDB4949SKB2, MDB4949SKB3, MDB4949SKW1, MDB4949SKW2, MDB4949SKW3, MDB4949SKZ0, MDB4949SKZ1, MDB4949SKZ2, MDB4949SKZ3
Fitment reminder: Match the complete appliance model number, including suffix or revision where applicable, before ordering.
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