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PROBLEM
(continued)
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WATER LEAKS
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Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets.
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Make sure end of drain hose is correctly inserted in and secured to drain facility.
WASHER IS NOISY
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Make sure washer is level and firm to the floor with rubber footpads in place
and front jam nuts tight. See your
Instructions.
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A sharp, distinctive sound will
heard at the end of each spin period as
motor stops and the spin brake inside the transmission “locks in. ” This sound
is normal.
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Heavily unbalanced loads can cause the washer to vibrate excessively during
spin, and may cause it to move from its original position. In extreme cases
(usually occurs when washing a single, heavy item or a small load when water
level is set higher than necessary), the spin basket may strike
outer
creating a loud but harmless noise. To correct, open the lid and redistribute the
load evenly about the wash basket. Close the lid and restart.
WASHER PAUSES
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Washer normally pauses between washing steps... such as between wash and
IN CYCLE
spin or between spin and rinse.
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CARE
USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
The
The porcelain is self-cleaning. Leave lid
To Store Washer. Ask service technician to remove
open after washing to allow moisture to evaporate.
water from drain pump and hoses to prevent freezing.
Do not use harsh or gritty cleansers.
Do not store the washer where it will be
exposed
The Exterior. Wipe off any spills of washing
to the weather.
compounds. Wipe or dust with damp cloth. Try
For Long Vacations. Be sure water supply is shut off
not to hit surface with sharp objects.
at faucets and drain all water from hoses if weather
will be below freezing.
How to
remove the agitator
To remove the agitator,
snap the cap off and remove
the screw. Then remove
the agitator extender (on
models so equipped)
and the agitator.
To replace the agitator,
carefully lower it straight
down onto the shaft so
that it fits snugly into
place. Replace the agitator
extender (on models so
equipped), the screw
and the cap.
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C a p
Screw
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Agitator
Extender
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(on some models)
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S h a f t
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(Appearance may vary)