The control panel displays a red light indication LOCKED. Nothing else functions. Light turns off after a few minutes but reverts to red when any other button is pushed. HelP! Thanks.

Here is the manual: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/8010163/Kenmore_Ultrawash_Dishwasher.pdf
Here are some more: https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/8010163/Whirlpool_Kenmore%20Dishwashers.zip
It sounds like you will need to break out the digital multimeter and test some safeties and wiring if you cannot find an easier fix. It's probably something simple. Here are two more manuals to read and get familiar with what tools you will need:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/8010163/How%20to%20use%20Test%20Equipment%20Service%20Manu al.pdf
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/8010163/How%20to%20Diagnose%20and%20Fix%20Everything%20Ele ctronic.pdf
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/8010163/Kenmore_Resetting%20fault%20codes.docx
Also look here to understand fault codes, etc.: Appliance Fault Codes - AppliancePartsPros.com (http://www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/appliance-fault-codes.html#Whirlpool%20Duet%20Front%20Loading%20Ga s%20and%20Electric%20Dryer%20Fault%20Codes)
Look here: https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/appliances/kenmore-elite-dishwasher-blinking-clean-light-165522.html