Let's start from the beginning
Sorry you're still experiencing problems with the machine. I'm a little confused about what you're experiencing and want to help. Let me start with how the controls are supposed to
physically operate. I've attached some pics to help explain.
When you first raise the door handle after a completed cycle the timer reset spring is actuated by a small lever on the left side of the door latch (pic 1). At the same time a small actuator lever on the right side of the door latch presses against a larger plastic lever which in turn pushes against a small tab on the lower side of the program switch; this action re-sets the program switch (pops the cycle button out - pics 1 & 2. The switch shown is for the Superba model, but it works the same as the switch on yours). Even if you're just opening to load it in between uses these levers move, but since the machine is not running the spring & program switch reset tab are dormant.
If the spring on the timer, or the program switch reset lever, are broken the machine will not reset properly and will not function correctly. Additionally, if the small tab on the left side of the program switch does not move outward when a pushbutton is pressed the switch will not reset.
You mentioned you put in a new timer; did it come with the reset spring and is the actuator on the door latch coming in contact with it? If not, you will have to replace or adjust the spring. If it's the reset tab on the switch you'll have to replace that (it cannot be repaired).
I hope this helps diagnose the problem. Please reach out if you have more questions. Also, the repair manual for this model series is avaialble in the manuals & literature tab. Good luck!
