Error Code: 1H, 2H, 3H…UP TO 12H Difficulty: Easy
Problem: Delay Start Timer
How to Fix 1H, 2H, 3H…UP TO 12H Error (Step-by-Step)
- Recognize that this is the ‘Delay Start’ feature, which postpones the start of the wash cycle. It is not an error.
- To cancel the delay, press the ‘Power’ button to turn the washer off.
- Turn the washer back on by pressing the ‘Power’ button again.
- Select your desired wash cycle using the main dial and confirm the error stays cleared during a full test cycle.
- Adjust any cycle settings like temperature or spin speed as needed.
- Ensure the ‘Delay Start’ button is not pressed, then press the ‘Start’ button to begin the wash immediately.
- Turn the appliance off, wait about 2 minutes, then turn it back on.
Still Not Working?
If the replacement part didn’t fix the issue, you may have a wiring problem or main board failure.
Browse all Amana error codes: Amana Error Codes
When It’s Better to Replace Than Repair
Sometimes replacing an appliance makes more financial sense than putting more money into repairs.
Here are a few signs it may be time to shop for a new one:
- ✓Appliance over 8-10 years old
- ✓Repair cost over 50% of replacement
- ✓Multiple recent breakdowns
- ✓Major component failure
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