Woody Alexander January 26, 2016 for Model Number LSB6500PW4 Unit randomly shuts down, sometimes cycling timer start switch on and off will restart immediately but usually requires 15-45 min wait time to reaccuate timer start button. Then will run 1-4 loads before random shut down occurs again then the usual wait time to restart. On some restart attempts unit gives low pitch buzz for a few seconds but will not start seems as if overheat issue with one or more components. Also getting a heat odor but not characteristic wire burn seems more like something from motor or motor starter. Unit runs perfect and timer cycles in normal manner until random shut down.
1 Answer Woody, There are a couple of possibilities for this issue. The first thing would be a pump that is dragging causing a drag on the motor. The second but unlikely would be a contact in the timer breaking or engaging when not supposed to. The last thing would be the center post bearings starting to wear and causing drag that is causing the motor to overheat. Read More...
Rmr October 24, 2015 for Model Number 110.26901691 Have a Kenmore 90 series washer, model number 110.26901691. Recently replaced the lid switch with no further issues. Yesterday, during agitation phase the machine agitated very very slowly while making a clicking noise. Changed the wash settings for quicker agitation, no change. Rinse and spin cycle work fine. Additionally, while this was occurring, the lights were dimming slightly. I had capacitor checked at nearbly appliance shop and it is working within range. Also checked the red wires leading to motor and capacitor for breakage, none found. Could someone please advise what the problem may be?
1 Answer RMR, You're partly on target. The problem could be a "sticky" contact inside the motor start switch WP8529896 causing the motor to try and run on both high and low speed windings, causing excess electrical draw and the lights to dim. There is a slight possibility the timer could be at fault, but your post doesn't indicate that at this time. Read More...
Robert October 23, 2015 for Model Number LA5580XTW1 Sometimes the motor does not start for the spin cycle. When it does, and while it's pumping water out, if one stops the washer with the timer and then immediately restarts it, the motor starts and the spin cycle resumes normally. Sounds like a timer, huh? But it isn't, I tried that. I'm thinking maybe a motor start switch. However, a new motor comes with a new switch, and I would hate to buy a switch and then find out I need a motor. Any ideas?
1 Answer Hello Robert. It sounds like the clutch 285785 may be bad and not catching to spin the tub. You will need to check the clutch in the unit. Read More...
Alan August 06, 2015 for Model Number maytag pERFORMANCE PAV3300AWW REV 14 Washer will not start, like like it has no power. Verified outlet has power. Is there any type of reset switch? What do you suggest?
1 Answer Hello Alan. You will need to check and see if the lid switch 12001187 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Also, make sure the valve WP21001932 is not clogged and is working good. You can test this with a multi-meter TJMA-DMT3. Here is a link on how to use a multi-meter. http://forum.appliancepartspros.com/oven-repair-including-ranges-cooktops/4810-how-check-continuity-ohmmeter.html Read More...
Bob July 27, 2015 for Model Number LST8244DQ0 I installed new coupler on this Whirlpool washer, now machine makes machine gun noise and lights in room dim & bright when it reaches the rinse cycle, is the motor bad, motor switch, or could I have caused the problem when replacing the coupler? I'm not sure if its a two or three speed motor?
1 Answer Hello Bob. It sounds like something may be binding in the unit. You will need to disassemble the washer and see if the unit has any parts binding on the unit. Read More...
Mrpoo May 21, 2015 for Model Number Whirlpool LSQ9659PG Washer fills, but does not agitate. Drain and spin is fine. When it is supposed to agitate, I do not hear any noise other than the timer ticking. Checked lid switch--works fine. Even tried jumper method to confirm. Pressure switch seems to be fine too--water stops when it is supposed to, and timer runs (I think pressure switch sends power to the timer). Have tried replacing the timer, the speed switch, and then both. Still same symptoms. Checked the voltage of the yellow/white wire when machine is supposed to be agitating--120. Checked voltage of orange wire from speed switch when machine should be agitating--120. Ruled out coupler as the machine spins during the drain. Help!!
1 Answer Mrpoo, With unit not agitating and only hearing the timer turn then this issue would be a faulty timer. The contact in the timer for the agitation is not making and causing agitation to not work. Read More...
Lorraine Kielian February 27, 2015 for Model Number Whirpool LSR7233EOO When I set my dial to wash, the washer does not fill with water or do anything. However if I set the dial to Rinse or Spin it will fill with water and finish its cycle. Any help you can be is greatly appreciated. Thank you.
1 Answer Lorraine, You will want to check the hot water valve or check to see if the unit fills with water on the cold setting. It sounds like the hot water valve screen may be clogged or the hot water is not turned on. If these check ok and the water fills on cold water then the most likely cause for the issue would be with the hot water valve is faulty and would need to be replaced. Read More...
Jeff Newton February 06, 2015 for Model Number 110.28942890 Kenmore series 90 washer. The washer fills properly but will not agitate, drains and spins properly. Upon start of rinse cyle it will fill and then drain, again with no agitation. Not sure it is performing the last spin cycle in the rinse before stopping. Get a few shots of water like I'm used to seeing, and then continues to the end without spinning the water out it just shot in. I bought a replacement timer (used) and it operates in exact same manner. I also replaced the lid switch because I knew it was bad. The switch had failed electrically quite awhile back as it did not interrupt a spin cycle when the lid was open, and tested closed with an ohmmeter at all times. I am assuming a motor or motor start switch problem because I don't hear any motor sound when unit should start agitating. The coupler is obviously ok and the agitator worked fine when the motor did run in the agitate cycle before. It missed an agitate cycle one time last week, ran 6 more loads with no problem and then the agitate problem came back, permanently. Appreciate your thoughts on this one.
1 Answer Jeff, With there being no sound when it is supposed to be agitating then it sounds like the issue would more likely be a issue with the timer on the unit not sending power to the motor during agitation. Read More...
Carol January 11, 2015 for Model Number LLR8233BW0 Washer fills, no fast agitation, slow agitation, no rinse cycle, no spin cycle on regular cycle.
1 Answer Hello Carol. You need to check and see if the timer is bad or if the motor is bad in the unit. If the unit spins in other cycles, but not regular, you will need to replace the timer in the unit. Read More...
Joe December 15, 2014 for Model Number 110.92389200 I have replaced my lid switch and my washer still stops on the rinse cycle. Timer, start motor cycle swith ? HELP. Thank you.
1 Answer Hello Joe. Make sure the strike is good. If so, check the cold water valve and see if it is not letting in cold water for the rinse cycle. Read More...