Horace October 23, 2013 for Model Number 110.20722990 How can I TEST the motor when it's pulled out of the washer? I'm guessing I need to jumper the water level switch, and if in Spin Cycle, also the lid switch. Anything else I need to do? I'm trying to determine what is causing this washer to all of a sudden to not Spin. I've been told everything from "transmission" to "motor". Neither is an acceptable cost effective solution, and certainly don't want to throw out that kind of money ... just in finding out what is wrong with the washer's spin cycle.
1 Answer Hello Horace. You just need to bypass the lid switch. It should spin in the timer is on in the spin cycle. As for the wires to test, Kenmore does not release that information. You will need to use the wiring diagram on the unit to test it. Read More...
Debra September 06, 2013 for Model Number 110.29852991 My washer agitates, but will not drain. I can manipulate the dial to "trick" it to drain when using alternative rinse cycles or additional spins. I've replaced the timer, the coupler, and the water pump. I did not detect any blockages in hoses when I preformed the previous activities. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
1 Answer Hello Debra. It sounds like the timer WP3952990 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
Keith May 27, 2013 for Model Number 110.26912691 I replaced the coupler drive and when I removed the motor the two wires on the motor start capacitor came off and I don't know which one goes where. One I guess is the power which comes from the panel and the other comes from the plastic connector from the motor and they are both the same color and size. I'm thinking it does not matter which connection on the capacitor they hook up to but I don't want to take a chance. Can you please help here? Keith
1 Answer Keith, It does not matter which wire gets hooked up to each terminal on the capacitor. Read More...
Leifericson16 February 22, 2013 for Model Number Series 90 Kenmore Taking out my motor and transmission, I crack the terminal block on the motor. The motor part number is 3352287. Can I buy just the terminal block without buying the whole motor? Leif P.S Thanks for the YouTube video. It was great and really helped me out. For that, I would like to buy the parts from you.
1 Answer Hello leifericson16. No, you have to buy the motor assembly WP3352287. The block is not available separately. Read More...
Steven December 02, 2012 for Model Number KENMORE 70 SERIES WASHER WHEN STARTED THE MOTOR HUMMS REMOVED MOTOR N POWERED UP N STILL HUMMS BUT IF I TURN THE SHAFT IT SPINS UP
1 Answer Hello Steven, Based on the information provided it sounds like the start winding on the motor is bad and motor would need to be replaced. Read More...
Sailorred October 03, 2012 for Model Number 11092586210 After washer has run for a while cord gets hots and washer trip breaker
1 Answer Sailorred, You may want to start by checking the outlet wires and breaker in the box, Loose wire connections and or a weak breaker can cause such an issue. If you have access to a multi meter, you'll need to check voltage at the outlet for both static (no load) reading and a "load" (while the washer is running), You need to maintain a minimum voltage of 105 volts, under a load(especially when the motor starts in the spin cycle) We'd expect to see an amperage draw of 10 to 11 amps in agityate with a tub full of water, and a 10 to 11 amp draw until the tub reaches a high spin speed, after the drain cycle). You need to allow a 10% variable, and if the voltage remains in range (105 to 120 VAC) and the amp draw is reasonable(lower voltage causes higher amps) the most likely issue would be an electrical supply issue. Read More...
T.L. September 30, 2012 for Model Number 3352287 THERE IS A CAPACITOR LOOKING DEVICE NEXT TO THE MOTOR.DO I NEED TO REPLACE IT WITH THE NEW MOTOR.ALSO THERE IS A SMALL FIN ON THE BASE OF THE MOTOR WILL I GET A NEW ONE OF NOT PLEASE SUPPLY INFO FOR BOTH.THANK YOU.
1 Answer T.L., A model number would have been great. But, No you won't need to replace the "capacitor looking device", usually. If there was an issue with the capacitor, it would normally be peetty visible(they usually blow up, or leak oil, if theres an issue). If the "small fin" on the base of the motor is the motor coupler 285753A, like we think it is, no you won't recieve it with the motor, you may want to consider orderring a replacement coupler as well. Thanks Read More...
Joe February 03, 2012 for Model Number Kenmore 80series,model#110.28884791 Where do you start to disassemble the panels to get to the motor, have replaced timer, it fills with water, at levels out and it does not begin to agitate. In the past it would fill up and start to wash even with the lid open. Help
1 Answer Joe, Here are the basic access information for your style washer, make sure you unplug the power cord first, " Servicing Components in the Console 1. Remove the two Phillips-head screws securing the front corners of the console to the washer top. the two screws could also be located on the back side of the end caps. 2. Tip the console back on the hinges that secure the top of the console to the washer back. ACCESSING COMPONENTS INSIDE THE WASHER CABINET Components inside the washer cabinet can be accessed by completely removing the outer cabinet as one unit. 1. Remove the console mounting screws and tilt the console into the service position. 2. Unplug the lid switch harness connector from the receptacle in the washer top. 3. Remove the cabinet mounting clips by placing the flat blade of a screwdriver in the clip and press down and towards the front to release the clip. 4. Remove the cabinet by tilting it forward and pulling it away from the washer. 5. The rear panel can be tilted back for additional access to components at rear of machine by twisting the rear panel support 90°. and then tilting the rear panel back." I think, that will get you into the cabinet, and you'll be able to check and diagnose the motor aand pump assembly, easily from there. But make sure you check the lid switch and wiring when you lift the control panel assembly. Thanks and Good Luck Read More...
Greg December 16, 2011 for Model Number 110.26932691 I couldn't figure out how to attach a follow-up question to your response to my original question, so I'm starting this as a new question. Your answer to my last question was > Hello Greg. Yes, the grommets should face the motor AP2907254 and not the transmission I was actually asking about where the cardboard-like 'shield' between the motor and transmission should go (in relation to the grommets), not which way the grommets themselves go. (I see the grommets have two different sides, but I can tell which way they themselves go). Again, this is not the same shield as the one included with the motor that goes beneath it. There appears to be only two choices, with the orders of either A) Motor, Shield, grommets, transmission plate (what I did) or B) Motor, grommets, shield, transmission plate. Thanks; -Greg
1 Answer Hello Greg. You should have the large side of the grommets facing the motor WP3352287. The order you have it installed, Motor, Shield, grommets, transmission plate is not correct. The order it goes is Motor, grommets, shield, and plate. Hope this helps. Read More...
Greg December 16, 2011 for Model Number 110.26932691 Hi; I bought this motor for my Kenmore Direct-drive washer, and wanted to make sure I installed it correctly. Originally there was a 'cardboard' looking shield somewhere between the motor and the mounting plate attached to the transmission case, in the area of the coupler. (It has an electrical warning on it as it extends out behind the start capacitor on the side of the motor). This is a different shield than the cardboard-like one under the motor. There are four rubber grommets between the motor and the transmission mount plate. I just can't remember what side of the four rubber grommets this shield is supposed to be on. Is it supposed to be on the side of the grommets closer to the motor, or the side of the grommets closer to the transmission? I installed it with the shield between the motor and the grommets. My concern now is that if I did this wrong, it might be blocking air-flow that (maybe) is supposed to flowing out of the end of the motor. Can you tell me which side of the grommets (motor or transmission plate) this shield is supposed to be mounted? Does it matter? Is it even needed in this case? Thanks; -Greg
1 Answer Hello Greg. Yes, the grommets should face the motor WP3352287 and not the transmission. It sounds like you have it installed correctly. Hope this helps. Read More...