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Avoid Service Checklist
Bc,fore calling for servke, review this list. it may save both time and expense. The lisl includes comtnon concerns that are not the result of defective
workmanship or materials in this washer.
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE / $OLUTMON
NOISE
High pitch "jet engine" noise, _ A certain amount of motor whine is normal during the spin fyde,
Rattling and clanking noise. _, ForNgn ob efts such as coirls or safety pins may b_,in drum or pump. Stop washer and d/eck
drum. If noise conthques after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized servicer.
_, Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash drum. To prevent unnecessary noise and
damage to drum, fasten fasteners and turn items hqside out.
Squealing sound or hot rubber odor. _, Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
_, Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound. This is usually normal. If sound continues,
Thumping sound, washer is probably out of balance. Stop washer and r_distribute wash load.
Vibrating noise. ,, Washer is not restinq firmly on floor. Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling
legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
,, Shipping bolts and foam plug have not been removed during installation. See INSTALLATION
INSTRU('TIONS for removing shipping bolts and foam plug.
,, Wash load unevenly distributed in drum Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
OPERATING
_, Uectrica] power cord may not be phgged in or conn_,ction may b_, loose,. Make sum plug fits tightly
Washer does not start, in wall outlet.
_, House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a power outage has occurred. Reset circuit breaker
or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corr.:,cted by
a qualified electrician. If problem is a power outage, call local electric company.
_, Water supply faucets are not turned on. Turn on water supply faucets.
_, Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It will automatically restart
after a cool down period of up to 30 minutes {if washer has riot been manually turned off).
_, Washer door is not cornpbtely closed. Close door completely.
_, ContoJs are locked. "LOC" is displayed. Remove control lock, see operating instructions.
Washer won't spin. _, Load is too small. Add 1 or 2 similar items to help balance the load.
Residue left in drum. ,, Heavily soiled items. Wipe drum with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake or brush
excess dirt and sand from items belore washing
WATEl?
Water collects in the bellows at the end of ,, This is a result of the washing action and is part of the normal operation of the washer.
the cycle.
Water collects in bleach and fabric softener _, This is a result of the siphoning action and is part of the normal operation of the wash6,r. Water
compartments, may be removed by removing the dispenser drawer {see Page 7, Figures I and 2) and draining
water into the .:,mpty drum or sink.
Wash load too wet after spin. ,, improper spin speed s_qected. Select spin speed appropriate for load.
_, Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. See Washing Procedures,
,, Load is too small. Add I or 2 similar items to help balance the load
_, Load is out of balance. Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.
,, Drain hose is kinked Straighten drain hose.
Water does not enter washer or it enters
slowly.
Warm or hot water is not hot enough.
Water in washer does not drain or drains
slowly.
,, Water supply is not adequate in area. Check another faucet in the house Wait until water supply
and pressure increase.
,, Water supply faucets are not completely open Fully open hot and cold faucets.
,, Water is being used elsewhere in the house. Water pressure must be at least 30 psi (260 kPa).
Avoid running water elsewhere while washer is filling
,, Water inlet hoses are kinked. Straighten hoses
,, Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance from washer. Measure hot water temperature at
nearby faucet with candy or meat thermometer Water temperature should be at least 120 F
(49°C) Adjust water heater as necessary
,, Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house. Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during
washer use. Thor/i may not ba enough hot water available for proper cleaning. If problem persists,
your hot water system may be unable to support more than I usu at a time.
,, Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose.
_, Standpipe is too tall. Maximum standpipe height is 8' (2.4 m).
,, House drain pipes ar_ clogged. Unclog drain pipes Contact plumber if necessary.
Water leaks.
Oversudsing,
Incorrect wash and rinse temperatures,
_, Fill hose connection is loose at faucet or washer. Check arid tighten hose connections, install rubber
sealing washers provided.
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_, Wrong detergent. Run rinse cycle. Use a low-sudsing, high efficiency detergent.
,, Too much detergent. Run rinse cycle. Use lessdetergent in future loads
_, Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong supply faucets. Connect hot water hose to hot
water faucet and cold water hose to cold water fauceL
Water is entering washer but tub does not _, Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height. Standpipe must be a minimum of 23.6" (60 cm) high to
fill. prevent siphoning. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
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