Johnl June 28, 2012 for Model Number GTF 1040 AS I have replaced both shock absorber suspension units (one broke so I replace both, good instructions!) and now I am trying to replace the suspension springs. How do I do that? The tension is so tight on them I can not unhook them. I have removed a pin from the shock suspension and that helped a very little, but not enough.
1 Answer Hello Johnl. Lift the tub assembly and place boards under the tubs to support the weight. Then you can easily remove the suspension springs 134144700. Read More...
Marty N. May 20, 2012 for Model Number 417.41142000 About 45 days ago, one (right) shock absorber broke on my Kenmore front load washer. I replaced both of them. Now the right spring broke. I was going to order one and saw that you think I should replace them both. Is there anything else associated with this problem that should be replaced? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Marty, I always replace both springs 134144700 anytime a shock breaks. These are all of the parts which support the entire tub assembly plus the weight of the water and wet clothes. Anytime a suspension problem has existed, undue stress is applied to the rest of the parts, so since you have replaced the struts already, the springs are the only remaining parts that are advisable to replace. Read More...
Michael K February 18, 2011 I replaced both broken shock absorbers, on my Frigidaire LTF1670DS0 front loader washer today,and the drum still(albeit a whole lot less)has some sloppiness in it's rotation,and some significant front to back play,and makes way too much banging noise in the spin cycle.Could the springs that I saw in the schematic of the drum assembly(sort of on top of the assembly)have broken as well,when the first shock failed,while in spin cycle?
1 Answer You can check the two springs by removing the top assembly. If the are ok, you will need to check and see if the inner tub is loose. If so you could have a bad tub bearing.131525500 Read More...