Thomas Strodel December 17, 2015 for Model Number FWT647GHS0 We have had this washer for about 10 years. I've replaced the pump, and have made some other minor repairs. Now, it's making a very loud thumping noise on the spin cycle. I opened up the front access door, ran it again, and noticed that the outer tub moves a LOT, making a lot of thumping noises while on the spin cycle. The door boot is slightly deformed, and the inner tub does seem to move - just a tiny bit - independent from the outer tub. I'm thinking it's the bearings. I've researched all of the parts here, and am about ready to order, though I want to make sure it's the bearings. Thoughts? Tom
1 Answer Thomas, While the bearing could be the issue, it is more likely that the spider that supports the inner tub has broken and you would need to replace this. The spider is sold with the inner tub of the unit. Read More...
James T September 30, 2014 for Model Number 41741142000 What causes the drum to bounce around the casing while turning? It doesn't seem to be the bearing as it is making no noise at all. What keeps the drum in place so that it turns freely??
1 Answer James, If the inner drum is bouncing inside the outer tub then it sounds like the spinner support has broken and you would need a new inner tub. The part number for the inner basket would be 131618500. Read More...
Dan May 03, 2012 for Model Number FWT449GFS1 The boot spring came out of the washer. How do I get it back in?
1 Answer Hello Dan. Install the boot back onto the front lip of the front panel. Then start at the top of the boot and insert the spring 131277300 into the groove of the boot and work your way around the door boot with the spring down to the bottom. The spring is used to hold the boot into the front panel lip and keep it from coming off. These can be hard to re-install and you may need to use a small amount of liquid detergant to coat the spring for easier install. Read More...