Fred November 22, 2011 for Model Number LTE5243DQ6 "THIN TWIN" I have been able to remove the tub assembly from the cabinet and I would like to replace the 3 suspension springs. But I cannot get the nut on top of the spring assembly to budge. there is very little room around the nut to get a good grip on it. Please help.
1 Answer Fred, Do you have access to a "deep" set of sockets or perhaps you could try holding the nut with a wrench and turn the suspension shaft with a pair of vise grips or pliers. You may need to loosen or remove the nuts holding the bottom of the support on the bottom side of the base as well. Good Luck and Thanks Read More...
Mark October 24, 2011 for Model Number 110.88752796 My wife complained her model 110.88752796 Kenmore washer/dryer in her salon was vibrating badly. I discovered to tub to be leaning towards the right. If found the back left spring to be screwed out a couple turns from the inner core portion of the assembly. I was able to screw the spring back on. The tub is now centered. Is this normal for this to happen? Is something loose that allows the spring to unscrew?
1 Answer Hi Mark. Rarley does it happen that a part loosens. The fact it is a stack unit play's a measure the weight alone. Make sure the unit is level front to back and side to side. Lock the leg level nuts up against the base after leveling. If they are loosening themselves, they are worn out and need replaced. Part # W10207783. Thank You. Read More...
Ken October 02, 2011 for Model Number Kenmore 11088752796 How difficult is it replace suspension springs AP4358664 on this washer ? Do I need special tools for this job and long will it take repair ?
1 Answer Hi Ken. The suspension springs bolt on, part # is W10207783. Regular tools will apply. Length of time is always different for every technician. Shouldn't take a hour. Thank you. Read More...
Sarah July 19, 2011 for Model Number LTG5243DQ6 My washer was inadvertently run off balance for a long period of time, and the tub unseated from the back left suspension spring. I've figured out how to open the lid and reseat the tub back onto the spring so that the washer is usable, but it now comes off balance at the drop of the hat, and have to get in there and reseat it often. Is there a more permanent fix? Would replacing this spring or the smaller suspension spring help? I've called several appliance repair places and no one seems to want to touch this one....
1 Answer Hi Marylin. There are 3 suspension springs as you mentioned. They bolt to the tub support(under the tub) and then to the bottom of the base , one by one. It may be time consuming with 2-people, But in the long run it will be for the best. Thank you. Read More...
Phil June 11, 2011 for Model Number Whirlpool Thin Twin LTE5243DQ0 There is a bracket around the cup at the base of the 3 suspension springs. Do these brackets need to be tight around the cups? If so is there a part to tighten these brackets? I have seen nothing on the parts manuals about this.
1 Answer Hello Phil. No, the brackets do not need to be tight around the boots. Hope this helps. Read More...
Ron May 27, 2011 for Model Number Whirlpool LTE 5243DQO I have a problem with severe shaking during a high-speed spin. I have also noticed that the top of the tub is leaning to the right side of the washer. I have checked the suspension spring and it is OK (not broken or missing). I have inspected the 3 tub springs and they all look OK and not loose. My question is, could these springs be weak and therefore not keeping the tub level? Any info or suggestions are appreciated. Thanks.
1 Answer Hello Ron. It sounds like the suspension spring WPW10250667 is weak and will need to be replaced. Hope this helps. Read More...
Bob March 08, 2011 I have a whirlpool mod#ltg5243dq3. The machine is level, but the tub is way off, and when it spins the machine want's to dance. What am I looking at to correct this problem?
1 Answer Hello Bob. Check your suspension spring WPW10250667 and make sure it is not broken. Also check the tub springs and make sure they are not loose. Hope this helps. Read More...