The controls locked light will not go off and I cannot get the dryer to turn on or get any controls to work. Help!

Hello. I really need the make/model number to help you accurately. However, depending on the model dryer you have, look on the control panel for a button or buttons that have a "key" symbol or the word "lock" underneath. Normally, you would hold the button down for 3-5 seconds until the lock light goes out. This is the indication that the control panel is unlocked and normal operation can be initiated. The manufacturers put a panel-lock feature on the units to prevent "busy little hands" or others from changing settings, for unattended safety, etc. Dishwashers, ovens, ranges, and other appliances also have locks for the control panel. If your dryer initiated a control lock by itself, this would indicate a shorted button on the control panel--soft touch buttons and glass touch-control panels are notorious for doing this. If I have the model number, I can usually provide the part number and/or procedure for getting into diagnostic mode to see any stored error codes(if any) which would help pinpoint a problem. I hope I helped you!

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Hold down the end of cycle signal botton for three to five sec that should turn that off good luck

bottom button on last row on right side of control panel depress and hold for 3 seconds it should activate or deactivate control lock if this does not help you could have a faulty control panel

In my case, the problem was a dead main board. The board cost $190 and the overall repair cost $335. I will never buy another Whirlpool due to this experience.

Press and hold the End of Cycle Signal button for three seconds. This will turn off the Control Lock feature.

Hi ... You press the end of cycle signal button for 4 seconds ... This button is on the far right side & it does work!

On Duet models, Press and hold the End of Cycle Signal button for three seconds. This will turn off the Control Locked feature.