Service manual

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Section 3 Troubleshooting

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:

• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.

• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed.

• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be

reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.

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WARNING

15. EXCESSIVE VIBRATION

16. WATER LEAKING FROM OUTER TUB

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Unbalanced load in tub. • Stop washer, redistribute load, then restart washer.

Broken, or disconnected module spring(s). • Connect or replace module spring(s).

Washer is not properly leveled. • Adjust leveling legs.

Washer is installed on weak, “spongy”, carpeted or

built-up floor.

• Relocate washer, or support floor to eliminate weak or

“spongy” condition.

Incorrect or loose cabinet screws. • Replace with correct screws or tighten.

Base damaged (washer was dropped). • Replace base assembly.

Broken friction ring. • Replace friction ring.

POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT

Leaking water seal in outer tub. • Replace hub and seal kit assembly, Paragraph 37.

Hole in outer tub. • Replace outer tub.

Pressure hose or accumulator leaking. • Replace pressure hose and/or accumulator.

Outer tub cover gasket leaking. • Replace gasket.

Obstruction in drain causing water to come over top

of outer tub cover.

• Remove obstruction.

Tub-to-pump hose leaking at clamp. • Tighten clamp.