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AVOID SERVICE CHECKLIST
OCCURRENCE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
NOISE
Rattling and clanking
noise.
Foreign objects such as coins or safety pins may be
in tub or pump.
Stop washer and check drum. If noise continues after washer is
restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your authorized servicer.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are hitting wash
tub.
To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten
fasteners and turn items inside out.
Thumping sound. Heavy wash loads may produce a thumping sound.
This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
probably out of balance.
Stop washer and redistribute wash load.
Squealing sound or hot
rubber odor.
Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.
Vibrating noise. Washer is not resting rmly on oor. Move washer so it rests rmly on oor. Adjust leveling legs.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
Foam shipping support has not been removed dur-
ing installation.
See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing foam ship-
ping support.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub. Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
OPERATING
Washer does not start. Washer lid is open. Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is
open.
Electrical power cord may not be plugged in or con-
nection may be loose.
Make sure plug ts tightly in wall outlet.
House fuse blown, circuit breaker tripped, or a
power outage has occurred.
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse
capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by
a quali ed electrician. If problem is a power outage, call local
electric company.
Water supply faucets are not turned on. Turn on water supply faucets.
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it
becomes overheated.
Wait for the motor to cool down before attempting to restart.
Washer won’t spin. Lid is not completely closed. Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is
open.
Washer stopped during
nal spin. Status lights are
blinking and washer beeps
3 times every 30 seconds.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub and out of
balance condition has occurred.
Open washer lid, redistribute load. Close lid and press START to
resume nal spin.
Residue left in drum. Heavily soiled items. Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then rinse. Shake
or brush excess dirt and sand from items before washing
WATER
Wash load too wet after
spin.
Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. See Washing Procedures.
Load is out of balance. Rearrange load to allow proper spinning.
Drain hose is kinked. Straighten drain hose.
Water does not enter
washer or it enters
slowly.
Washer lid is open.
Close washer lid. The washer will not operate when the lid is
open.
Water supply is not adequate in area. Check another faucet in the house. Wait until water supply and
pressure increase.
Water supply faucets are not completely open. Fully open hot and cold faucets.
Water is being used elsewhere in the house. Water pressure must be at least 10 psi (69 kPa). Avoid running
water elsewhere while washer is lling.
Water inlet hoses are kinked. Straighten hoses.
Water level does not
cover load.
Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer.
Warm or hot water is not
hot enough.
Hot water heater is set too low or is a distance
from washer.
Measure hot water temperature at nearby faucet with candy
or meat thermometer. Water temperature should be at least
120°F (50°C). Adjust water heater as necessary.
Hot water is being used elsewhere in the house. Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use.
There may not be enough hot water available for proper clean-
ing. If problem persists, your hot water system may be unable
to support more than 1 use at a time.
Water in washer does not
drain or drains slowly.
Drain hose is kinked or clogged. Clean and straighten the drain hose.
Water leaks. Loose ll hose connection at faucet or washer. Check and tighten hose connections. Ensure rubber sealing
washers are installed.
House drain pipes are clogged. Unclog drain pipes. Contact plumber if necessary.
Incorrect wash and rinse
temperatures.
Hot and cold water hoses are connected to wrong
supply faucets.
Connect hot water hose to hot water faucet and cold water
hose to cold water faucet.
Water is entering washer
but tub does not ll.
Drain hose standpipe is incorrect height. Standpipe must be a minimum of 36” (90 cm) high to prevent
siphoning. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
Water is present in tub after
wash cycle is complete.
Lid lock malfunction. Do not bypass lid lock. Call your authorized servicer.
The drain and spin cycles
did not occur.
Lid lock malfunction. Do not bypass lid lock. Call your authorized servicer.
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes common occurrences
that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.