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Avoid Service
Checklist
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes
common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.
OCCURRENCE
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
NOISE
"Clunking" or gear
sounds.
Rattling and clanking
noise.
Squealing sound or
hot rubber odor.
Thumping sound.
Vibrating noise.
OPERATING
Washer does not start.
A certain amount of "clunking" or gear
sounds are normal in a heavy-duty washer.
Foreign objects such as coins or safety
pins may be in tub or pump.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are
hitting wash tub.
Washer is overloaded.
Heavy wash loads may produce a
thumping sound.
Washer is not resting firmly on floor.
Shipping bolt and block have not been
removed during installation.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.
Electrical power cord may not be plugged
in or connection may be loose.
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped,
or a power outage has occurred.
Water supply faucets are not turned on.
Cycle selector is not in correct position.
Motor is overheated.
This is normal.
Stop washer and check tub. If noise
continues after washer is restarted,
objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized servicer.
To prevent unnecessary noise and
damage to tub, fasten fasteners and turn
items inside out.
Do not overload washer. Stop washer
and reduce load.
This is usually normal. If sound
continues, washer is probably out of
balance. Stop washer and redistribute
wash load.
Move washer so it rests firmly on floor.
Adjust leveling legs. See INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS for details.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for
removing shipping bolt and block.
Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do
not increase fuse capacity. If problem is
a circuit overload, have it corrected by a
qualified electrician. If problem is a
power outage, call local electric company.
Turn on water supply faucets.
Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pull
out knob.
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 not been manually
turned off).
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