Samsung top loader VRT - loud pop then no power

[mikec35]

I have a Samsung VRT, it was one of the ones that was recalled for the vibration/lid issue.  I just started a cycle and water just started to pour into the machine then I heard a loud pop and then there was no power.  I could smell something burning.  I took the control panel apart and saw a charred board on the backside of the power switch.  I am unsure of the model #, it's not easily found on this machine, at least not where I have it located, I think I need to pull it out and turn it around.  My questions are, is there any repair available for the control panel?  If not is it worth it to purchase a new one, and if so where can I get one?  Please see pics and advise.  Thank you, Mike

 

[16345Ed]

Need to buy new control board. Need model number to do so. 

[MichTech517]

Agree with 16345Ed, You need to find the model number on the unit and look up the control board. Then once you can get a price on the control board you can figure out if it’s worth replacing it or buying a new washer. You may be able to find a used one for cheap on eBay or something if you want to go that route. 

[mikec35]

Thank you.  I found some control boards on eBay, I'll try one out since they are not that expensive.  Hopefully nothing else is wrong that may have contributed to the original one blowing.

[mikec35]

I ordered a board, I'll report back if it works.  It's crazy how many people mix up the control board and user interface board on eBay - wrong picture with the correct part #... Hopefully I got it right.  Thank you.

[mikec35]

Control board off of eBay fixed it.  $35 plus $15 to ship, ordered on a Wednesday from Vegas, arrived in Western NC on a Sunday.  Thanks for the help.