Richard January 25, 2023 for Model Number LSR7233EQ0 My capacitor spec is 189-227. Two different meters give two different results, one out of spec (155) the other 193. What will this capacitor measure new?
1 Answer Richard, There will not be an exact reading but would read between 189 and 227 as per specs. Read More...
Carrie September 02, 2021 for Model Number LSR7233DQ0 First of all, I don't know anything about electricity, and my question is about that. I'm okay with simple mechanical suff - I just replaced my washer's coupler and clutch. The problem is when I disassembled it, I thought I was going to fix it and put it back together the same day, but I got delayed a couple of weeks and now I forget how to put it back together. Specifically, the bundle of wires between the control panel(?) and the motor has (red) wire that goes to and from the capacitor, which is attached to the side of the motor. At the capacitor, I disconnected both red wires (going to motor and going to panel?). I didn't really have to do that, but I did. Now I forget which wire (to motor or to panel) was connected to which (terminal) on the capacitor. DOES IT MATTER? If it does, how can I tell ? Do I have to hire a pro merely to make this connection safely? Thank you
1 Answer Carrie, It will not matter which wire is connected where on the capacitor as long as they are on the 2 separate posts. Read More...
Jack April 23, 2020 for Model Number 29522801 Beginning today my Kenmore top loading washer is very loud when agitating only. Its also only agitating in one direction and pulling the clothes down causing the clothes to wrap around the agitator. The dogs on the agitator appear to be ok. From what I've seen online I'm guessing it could be the capacitor. Is there anyway to be sure? Is this difficult or very costly to repair myself. Thank you for your help.
1 Answer Hello Jack, would you repost your question with the washer's full model number then we will be able to find the technical information to be able to answer your question. Read More...
D Case October 22, 2019 for Model Number WTW4800XQ4 Hello, I've changed the control board, actuator and lid lock switch and my washer still won't start. I calibrated the washer and still nothing. The lid lock light remains on. Any suggestions? Thank you.
1 Answer Hello Dcase, since you were able to run the calibration cycle, you would know how to get into the test mode. In the test mode first, check for any fault codes, then run the autotest, lastly you can run the manual test cycle and confirm all components are working. Read More...
Tony May 25, 2019 Our replacement part for our Whirlpool washer capacitor is 8572717 with 2 prongs. The replacement part that was sent was 8572717-X with 4 prongs. Was the wrong part sent?
1 Answer Hello Tony, This will most likely be the correct capacitor. The wires on your unit will connect to the two terminals and the empty connectors provided are for different models that can use this part. The empty connection points can be ignored. Read More...
Travis January 19, 2019 for Model Number MVWC6ESWW1 Get a grinding noise during agitation- noticed it only agitates in one direction (spins) - drum doesn't move during agitation- installed new agitator cam kit- that fixed the top of the agitator spinning freely, but still get the grinding and laundry wrapping around the agitator- i read it could be the capacitor not allowing the agitator to spin both directions? any help would appreciated-
1 Answer Travis, This issue sounds likely that the agitator bottom may be stripped out which will be the most likely cause. Read More...
Michael M. October 09, 2018 for Model Number LSQ9244WQ0 Whirlpool washer model LSQ9244EQ0. Agitator and drum would not work. Direct drive motor coupling plastic piece was broken. Purchased and installed new coupling. Now the agitator and the drum work. There are other issues though. When the lid is opened with the washer running, it makes a grinding sound as the agitator comes to a stop. Then, when closing the lid, there's a loud "pop" sound coming from directly beneath the drum, as the motor begins running again. Lastly, there is a sickening burning smell (electrical).
1 Answer Michael, the noises and burn odor is probably due to and issue in the basket drive W10820043 or clutch assembly 285785 causing a "drag" on the motor and causing the odor. You may want to remove the agitator as well and check to see that the "dogs" aren't damaged or the agitator isn't distorted. If all's OK, the gearcase would be the issue. Read More...
Tomas June 09, 2018 Whirpool washer model #WTW5850SW0. It stopped working, it would only spin and drain and would only wash in a small section of one of the cycles so i thought it could be the timer, i opened the control top and saw ants over the timer. I took it out and opened it and found a ton of ants inside and several contacts were black. I cleaned and installed it but now the washer only overfills and does not wash or spin. Not sure if it's the timer, water switch or capacitor. The timer is not that cheap considering the washer is far from new and buying it only to find that wasn't the problem would be bad.
1 Answer Thomas, The unit overfilling with water and not spinning or agitating it would be recommended to check the pressure hose to make sure that it is still attached to the tub and to the pressure switch. Also check for loose or damaged wiring. The timer would most likely be the issue if the contacts are not on properly in. If the pressure hose is good then the timer should be replaced. This timer is not designed to be taken apart. Read More...
1 Answer Holy spiriy, Wish you had included the model number, but at this point, you'll need to check the lid switch circuits and make sure the contacts open and close with the lid position, then if it's OK, the timer would be the next possible issue. Read More...
Troy October 15, 2017 for Model Number CAM2742TQ0 Machine doing everything except spinning out clothes at end of cycle, check drain and pump everything clear, any suggestions
1 Answer Hello Troy. If the motor does not run to spin out, check the lid switch. If it does run but does not spin, check the drive block and the clutch. if both are good, replace the gearbox. Thanks. Read More...