Lights come on but the washer won't start it just beeps

Did you even do a search on this? You should be able to get some info here:
http://laundry.about.com/u/sty/laundryproblems/Your-Laundry-Questions-And-Answers/Whirlpool-Cabrio-Washer-Won-t-Start.2uGe.htm

My Whirlpool Cabrio washer won start when pushing the start button do have... Feb.7, 2011.

Hi ken
Can you turn the bowl & agitator by hand.
If it can't turn by hand, Your seal & bearings need replacing.

can you take a picture of the lights that are on so I can work out the error code thanks

It could be the out of balance switch faulty & need replacing.

see this causes and fix it. God bless you
User Control and Display Board If the washer won't start, the user control and display board may be defective. Check for power to the washer first.

Timer If the washer won't start the timer might be defective. This part is often misdiagnosed, check other components before replacing this timer.

Line Fuse If the washer won't start the line fuse might have blown.

Thermal Fuse If the washer won't start the thermal fuse may have blown. It can be tested for continuity. Watch our fuse testing video for more information.

Line Fuse and Holder If the washer won't start the line fuse might have blown, or the line fuse holder might be damaged and need to be replaced.

Main Control Board If the washer won't start the main control board might be defective. This is not common. Check other parts and causes first.

Door or Lid Latch Assembly If the washer won't start the lid switch assembly might be defective. This is a very common problem. The lid switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any electrical switches with an Ohm meter for continuity. The switches should have continuity according to their design.

Door Lock Motor and Switch Assembly If the washer won't start the door lock assembly should be checked. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any switches on the door lock with an Ohm meter. The switches should have continuity according to their design.

Incoming Power Problem If the washer won't start check to see if there is power at the electrical outlet which the washer is plugged into. Plug a lamp or radio into the outlet to check it. If the outlet is dead, check the circuit breakers or fuses for the home.

Power Cord If the washer won't start, check to be sure there is power to the electrical outlet for the home. If that is OK, the power cord itself might be defective. This is rare. You can check the power cord with an Ohm meter for continuity.

GWL Washer won't spin only beeps; Diagnostic lighs:the third light is lit up green in the bank of lights on the left; the first light on the right is lit up orange and the third is lit up red. Thanks,Hepi

Hi - if that red led light comes on as you press start - then the display module is faulty - however it's not always the case - often its the motor controller module thats faulty..

Your call - display module first and hope it works or controller.

The manufacturers recommended procedure is to replace the display module (primary) if it still doesnt work then replace the control module (secondary).

Cheers

Hi just read your posting.When the machine stops and beeps a series of lights will light up on the wash progress line of lights.Starting from left to right which lights are lit when the machine is beeping,is it the 2nd and 6th or the 3rd and 7th etc?Please reply with additional information and I am sure I can help you.Looking forward to your reply.

sounds as if you have a bad door latch assy, the unit is not recognizing the door closed, so when the button depressed probly only beeps 3 times at you. check the lock/latch for an obvious broken part

i was using a defective extension cord, the machine should trip when start it . and beep with no other message on the screen