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Troubleshooting Tips...
Before you call for service
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Washer pauses during
wash cycle
The Soak Option was
chosen
This is normal. The washer alternates between agitate and soak during these
cycles to get your clothes cleaner with less wear.
This is normal Many cycles incorporate as series of soaks within the agitation period to get
your clothes clean with less wear.
Residual powder in
dispenser or clogging
of dispensers
Wash water too cold
or low home water
pressure
Select a warmer wash temperature if possible to improve dissolving of
detergent or use liquid detergent. Make sure siphon caps are free of debris
and fully pressed into position. Remove and clean tray if clogging occurs.
Laundry additives
dispensing too soon
Overfilling of dispensers Do not overfill or add water to dispenser. Select Deep Rinse option when
using fabric softener.
Washer pauses during
spin cycle
This is normal The washer may pause during the spin cycle to remove soapy water more
efficiently.
Washer won’t operate Washer is unplugged Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet.
Water supply is turned
off
Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on.
Lid is open—safety
feature prevents
agitation and spinning
when lid is up
Close lid and press Start .
Circuit breaker/fuse is
tripped/blown
Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker. Washer
should have a separate outlet.
Electronics need to be
reset
Unplug washer, wait 2 minutes, plug back in and press Start .
Start was not pressed Press Start .
Detergent packet
not dissolving
in Laundry Pack
Dispenser chamber
Wash water too cold or
detergent packet type/
quantity
We recommend the use of High Efficiency laundry packs such as
Tide PODS™ or Gain Flings™.
When using delicates cycle, place detergent pack in the bottom of the
basket as this will help break down the pack with the gentler agitation.
Select a warmer wash temperature. if possible, to improve dissolving of
detergent packets.
Use the secondary chamber by removing the Laundry Pack Cup.
Do not exceed manufacturer’s recommended dosing quantity.
Unexplained time and/
or settings changes
Changing options (on
some models)
This is normal. Several options will change other options to maximize washer
performance.
Basket seems loose Basket moves or rotates
freely
Washer basket does not have a traditional brake. Washer basket will move
freely. This is normal.
Colored spots Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using
dispenser.
Make sure you have selected the Deep Rinse option.
Pretreat stain and rewash using Speed Wash cycle before drying.
Dye transfer Sort whites or lightly colored items from dark colors.
Grayed or yellowed
clothes
Detergent amount Be sure to follow detergent manufacturer’s directions.
Hard water Use a water conditioner or install a water softener.
Water is not hot enough Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120°F–140°F (48°C–60°C).
Washer is overloaded Loosely load clothes no higher than the top row of holes in the washer basket.
For best results, load items around the outside of the basket.
Dye transfer Sort clothes by color. If fabric label states wash separately, unstable dyes may
be indicated.
Lint or residue on
clothes
Clothes are air or line
dried
If you do not dry your clothes with a clothes dryer, your clothes may retain
more lint.
Incorrect sorting Separate lint producers from lint collectors.
Washing too long
Wash small loads for a shorter time using Light
Soil
setting.
Detergent not dissolving Rewash, next time: Try a liquid detergent; Use warmer water temperature.
Overloading
Loosely load clothes in the washer basket. For best results, load items around
the outside of the basket.
Incorrect use of fabric
softener
Check fabric softener package for instructions and follow directions for using
dispenser.
Make sure you have selected the Deep Rinse option.