AGITATOR
DOESN'T AGITATE-
The trouble here is probably a defective timer or water level pressure
switch. Replacement is a job for a service person.
But,
before you make the phone call for help, check these points:
1)
Turn off the electric power and the water.
2) Remove the back from the washer.
3) A Check the drive belt from the motor to the agitator to see
if the belt is loose and slipping. You may be able to tighten the
belt by loosening the mounting brackets on the motor, moving the
motor backward until the belt is tight, and retightening the bolts
in the brackets. If the drive belt is broken, you will have to replace
it.
To
replace the belt, loosen the motor's mount ing brackets, moving
the motor forward until the broken belt is free and you can slip
the new belt over the pulleys. Then, move the motor backward until
the belt is tight and tighten the bolts. Defection in the belt should
be about 1/2- to 3/4-inch when you press down on it at the center
between two pulleys.
If
this is not the problem, check the transmis sion of the machine.
First, set the washer in the "wash" cycle or mode on the
control panel. Then remove the drive belt from the motor. By hand,
turn the agitator pulley clockwise. If the agitator is not moved
by this action, the transmission probably is the trouble and the
transmission will have to be replaced.
WASHER
DRAINS BETWEEN CYCLES-
Reposition the drainage hose from the washer so the hose is higher
than the water level in the washer. If your washer setup does not
provide a drain standpipe about 36 inches or higher (1-1/2-inch
pipe), expect all sorts of drainage problems.
NO-SPIN
PROBLEMS-
A defective timer probably is to blame if the washer doesn't spin
properly. But check out these possibilities, too, before you call
a pro.
- Are
you using too much detergent? The buildup of detergent can cause
the machine to ball, so it won't spin or it won't spin properly.
- Are
the controls set to "spin"?
- Is
the lid of the machine tightly closed?
- Turn
off the power and water. Remove the back panel of the washer.
Check the drive belt for wear or slippage. If worn, replace the
belt. If slipping, tighten the belt. Procedures for both are given.The
machine may have a worn clutch. Set the control knob in the "spin"
cycle or mode. Now remove the drive belt and turn the clutch by
hand. The unit should turn fairly freely If not, the clutch may
have to be replaced by a pro.
Some clutches
(disc type) can be adjusted if loose. Try turning a nut located on
the clutch plate or a nut on the clutch shaft, after you determine
from a dealer or service manual whether the clutch is adjustable.
MOTOR
WON'T RUN-
The machine probably has a reset button on the control panel. If
the motor won't run, try pushing this button. If the machine has
been running okay and suddenly stops, wait 10 minutes or so and
push the reset button.
If
the machine doesn't have a reset button, try turning the set knob
to the off position. Wait 10 minutes, and then turn on the machine.
Also
be sure to check if the power plug is connected in the outlet. And,
if the machine has been operating and suddenly stops, check the
main electrical service panel to the house. It could be the circuit
has blown as fuse or tripped a circuit breaker to the off position.
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