Carolyn S Venice , FL December 05, 2016 Appliance: Model FRIGIDAIRE AFFINITY FRONT LOADER Washer was leaking First of all, I want to say that this is not the first time that I have used AppliancePartsPros. They give you everything you need in the most simplified manner to repair your appliances at home. I ran my washer until I started to see the leak coming from underneath. After verifying that the intake hoses, drain hose and pump were not leaking, I opened up the washer from the top by unscrewing the two screws on the back brackets and lifting up and out. Because the leak was displaying at the back left on the floor, I checked the dispenser hose going to the tub and there was a small tear in the elbow area. I removed the torn hose and entered in my model information into the APP website. They not only had the part but a detailed video on replacing the hose. Even though I took out the hose without removing the dispenser, I had to remove it to put the new hose in because of the tight work area and the angle at which the hose clamps have to be tightened. The dispenser hoses must be removed first and then disconnect the electrical connections on the dispenser tubes. There are a few screws that must be removed on the top and bottom and then shimmy it back and up to remove. I almost removed the plastic vent tube for extra work space. Wetting the new hose ends along with the receiving ends will help slip the hose on. Make sure the hose arrows line up at 12:00 on the tub side and also make sure the angle of the hose brackets leave you in a position to tighten them down. I used a small open wrench on the dispenser side and a nut driver on the tub side. Voila! Thanks Appliance Parts Pro for helping this woman fix her own appliances! Read More... 8 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 1-2 hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers, Socket Set, Wrench Set
Joel S Derry , NH January 26, 2016 Odor and mold Our washing machine door boot seal was getting moldy and causing odor problems. Cleaning tablets and bleach weren't helping so it was time to be replaced. While I had the top and front off I changed all the hoses that could be collecting soap scum and mold, all other wetted parts were removed and washed. The video on the door boot seal, and inlet valve assembly were extremely helpful in understanding how these parts are removed and reassembled. Although the door boot seal is the most visible part that could show mold, the drain hose and drain pump to drum hose were by far the dirtiest, and must be washed or replaced if trying to eliminate smells. The whole project took me 3-4 hours to complete (I have done washing machine repairs before), but the machine runs and smells like new. Note: The included spring retainer tools were extremely helpful when putting the door boot seal back together. Read More... 143 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 2+ hours Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers
William R Barnesville , GA October 31, 2015 Leaking water Found top hose (where the detergent goes into the drum) had cracked and was leaking water. ordered new part and changed it out. The screw clamps were a pain to get to. I was able to slid the vent tube out of the way for a little more room. If you have a flexible driver extension that will help. Read More... 5 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Screwdrivers
Dave G Littleton , NC July 21, 2020 Leaky tub to drum hose Perfect, took about 30 min and I'm no mechanic. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 30-60 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Pliers, Screwdrivers
Steve P Gambrills , MD February 21, 2022 I found water running down the tub. There was a split in the fill hose. Replaced the dispenser to the tub hose that connects the fill tray to the tub. Read More... Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: 15-30 minutes Tools: Nut Drivers, Screwdrivers