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Noisy, vibrating, off-balance
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Did you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with
cotter pins from the rear of the washer?
See "lnstallatien
Instructions,"
Is the floor flexing,
sagging or not level? Flooring that
flexes or is uneven can contribute to noise and vibration of
the washer. A 3/4"(1.9 cm) piece of plywood under the washer
will reduce the sounds. See "Installation Instructions."
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Is the washer level? The washer must be level. See
"Installation
Instructions,"
Are the front feet installed?
The front feet should be
properly installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear
leveling legs. All four feet must be firmly in contact with the
floor. See "Installation
Instructions."
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Is the load balanced? Evenly distribute the load in the
washer basket and make sure the height of the load does not
exceed the top row of basket holes.
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Are the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or
is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash? These
are normal washer noises.
Is the washer gurgling or humming? When the washer
drains, the pump will make a continuous humming with
periodic gurgling or surging sounds as the final amounts of
water are removed, This is normal.
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The washer basket
moves while washing. This is normal.
Leaking
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Are the fill hoses tight?
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Are the fill hose gaskets properly seated? Check both
ends of each hose. See "Connect the Inlet Hoses" in the
Installation Instructions.
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Is the drain hose properly
installed?
The drain hose should
be secured to the drainpipe or laundry tub. See "Secure the
Drain Hose" in the Installation Instructions.
Is the sink or drain clogged? Sink and drainpipe must be
able to carry away 17 gal. (64 L) of water per minute. If sink or
drainpipe is clogged or slow, water can back up out of
drainpipe or sink. Check household plumbing (laundry tubs,
faucets, drainpipe, water pipes) for leaks.
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Is water splashing off the tub ring? Center the tub before
starting the washer.
Is water splashing
off the load? Evenly distribute the load in
the washer basket and make sure the height of the load does
not exceed the top row of basket holes. The fill or spray
rinses can splash off the load.
Is the washer properly
installed?
The washer must be level.
The front feet should be properly installed and the nuts
tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs. See "Level the
Washer" in the Installation Instructions.
Dispenser
operation
Did you follow the manufacturer's
directions when adding
detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers? Measure
detergent and fabric softener. Slowly pour into the
dispensers. Wipe up all spills,
Are the laundry products in the correct dispensers?
Add the correct amounts of detergent, fabric softener or
chlorine bleach to the correct dispenser. Use only liquid
chlorine bleach in the bleach dispenser. Add powdered or
liquid color-safe bleach to the detergent dispenser. Clean
dispensers regularly. See "Washer Care."
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Is the fabric softener dispenser clogged? Clean the fabric
softener dispenser. See "Washer Care" for details.
Electrica_ Shock Hazard
P_ug into a grounded
3 prong out_et,
Do not remove ground
prong,
Do not use an adapter,
Do not use an extension
cord.
Failure to follow
these instructions can result in death,
fire, or electrica_ shock,
Washer won't run, fill, rinse or agitate; washer
stops
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Is the power cord plugged into a grounded 3 prong
outlet? Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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Are you using an extension
cord? Do not use an extension
cord.
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Is the indicator on the Cycle control knob properly lined
up with a cycle? Turn the Cycle control knob to the right
slightly and pull to start.
Are the water inlet valve screens clogged? Turn off the
water and remove inlet hoses from the washer. Remove any
accumulated
film or particles. Reinstall hoses, turn on water
and check for leaks.
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Are both the hot and cold water faucets turned on? Turn
on the water.
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Is the water inlet hose kinked?
Straighten the hoses.
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