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TROUBLESHOOTING
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OMMON WASHING PROBLEMS
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Solution...
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Plug in power cord.
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Turn timer knob to the right slightly
and pull to start.
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Clean screens.
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Turn on water.
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Reverse hoses.
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Straighten hose.
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Plug in power cord.
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Check electrical source or call
electrician.
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Replace fuse or reset circuit
breaker. If problem continues,
call electrician.
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Do not use extension cords.
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Turn timer to the right slightly
and pull to start.
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Set and pull out knob.
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Wash smaller loads.
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This is normal.
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Push tub to center before
starting.
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This is normal.
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Ensure front feet are installed
and nuts tightened. Level
washer. Reset rear leveling legs.
See Installation Instructions.
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Sort lint givers (towels, chenille)
from lint takers (corduroy,
synthetics). Also sort by color.
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Lint can be trapped in load if
overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
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Clean out pockets before washing.
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Use enough detergent to hold
lint in water.
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Use wash water warmer than 70°F
(21°C).
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Use wash water warmer than 70°F
(21°C).
Cause...
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Power cord not plugged in.
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Timer (Cycle Control knob) dial
is not lined up.
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Water inlet valve screens are plugged.
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Water is turned off.
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Hot and cold hoses are reversed.
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Inlet hose is kinked.
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Power cord not plugged in.
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No power at plug.
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Fuse blown or circuit breaker open.
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Using an extension cord.
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Timer dial is not lined up.
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Timer knob not pulled out.
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Machine is overloaded.
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The top of the agitator is much higher
than the highest water level. This creates
a perception of the washer not being full.
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Tub is pulled forward when unloading.
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Tub moves.
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Unit not level.
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Improper sorting.
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Overloading.
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Paper or tissue in pockets.
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Not enough detergent.
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Detergent not dissolving.
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Wash water colder than 70°F (21°C).
Problem...
Won’t fill/rinse/agitate
or wrong temperature
Washer stops
Water level seems
too low or washer
not completely filling
Washer tub is
crooked
Residue or lint
on load
