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General Troubleshooting
2. Motor Hums
A topload washer exhibiting a humming motor in
agitation or spin may require the timer or motor to be
replaced. Refer to flow chart below to determine if the
motor or timer needs to be replaced.
Motor Hums.
Does belt turn
freely in
counterclockwise
direction?
Check
transmission for
proper operation.
No
Does the
motor hum in
the agitate
step?
Start washer in
spin step.
TLW403S
Does belt turn
freely in clockwise
direction?
Check brakes for
proper operation.
No
Yes
Yes
Does the
motor hum in
the spin
step?
Start washer in
agitate step.
Does motor
continue to
hum?
Replace timer.
Yes
No
Yes
No
Replace motor.
Yes