Mike S February 11, 2015 for Model Number KAWS750GQ1 hi folks i recently replaced my clutch and the unit spins again, fast and compleatly. but on a regular cycle it drains but does not spin going through the normal timed cycle. then if i manualy set the timer on spin it spins fine and compleatly. is my issue the timer. lid switch seems to be fine.
1 Answer Mike, Yes, this issue would be in the timer with it not spinning on only the regular cycle. Read More...
Jz78817 March 27, 2013 for Model Number KAWS750GQ1 Hi, I'm dealing with a KitchenAid KAWS750GQ1 (Whirlpool direct-drive) washer which has been causing a ton of problems lately. A little over a week ago, it decided not to agitate. The washer would fill to the correct level, water flow would stop, and then nothing else would happen. turning the timer knob around to the final "spin" region at least got it to drain and start spinning. We replaced the timer and for about 4 loads of laundry it worked normally. This morning, it stopped working again with the same symptoms. After filling with water to the correct level, the water flow shuts off but nothing else happens. The timer can be heard advancing (though it seems like it's advancing a lot faster than it should be.) The lid switch is currently bypassed with a jumper wire. When it should be agitating, I measure no voltage on any of the wires at the motor start switch, or the motor start capacitor. when we could get it to spin/drain, I measured expected AC voltage at the motor wires. So as far as it is now, I think: 1) it's not the lid switch because a) I've bypassed it and b) this model will agitate with the lid open anyway 2) it's not the water level switch because the water flow stops at the correct level and the timer starts advancing 3) it's not the drive motor, motor starting cap, or switch because there's no AC voltage on any of the pins when it's supposed to be agitating, nor is the motor humming or getting warm. Part of me thinks it's a bum timer but I don't want to just replace it if something else in the washer might be over-stressing it. Thank you
1 Answer Hello jz78817. Based on all the information you provided, everything is pointing to a bad timer on the unit. Read More...
Pat March 15, 2013 for Model Number kitchenaid kaws750601 The kitchenaid washing machine makes a whirring sound and does not advance at all. I suspect the timer; any comments would be appreciated. thank you.
1 Answer Pat, You will want to check the motor coupler to make sure that it is not bad if the unit is not agitating or spinning. If the unit is agitating and spinning but not advancing then the timer WP3952888 would be at fault and need to be replaced. Read More...
Kevin October 22, 2012 for Model Number KAWS850Q1 Kitchen Aid washer I have a Kitchenaid washer. mistakenly took the timer apart. Now there is a retaining clip that has fallen out and I don't know how to put it back in. Can anyone help with a detailed diagram of the timer?
1 Answer Hello Kevin, There are no publications on the timer assembly since it isn't considered a serviceable component. The only fix for this is the timer replacement. I would have looked it up for you, but the model number wasn't provided. You can call in to our toll free number and one of our representatives can look it up for you or you can re-post with the full, valid model number. Read More...
Wayne P August 02, 2012 for Model Number KAWS850JQ2 Washer fills and washes but does not drain or move to the rinse cycle. Is it the timer?
1 Answer Hello Wayne. You need to check and make sure the lid switch 3949247V is good on the unit and that the lid switch is not broken. If it breaks, it causes the issues you are having with the unit. 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...
Kenneth July 16, 2012 for Model Number KAWS850JQ0 My washer works but it will not advance from one function to the next. I have to push in the knob and advace the dial by hand and then pull out the knob to start the next part of the wash cycle. Do I need a new timer. IF I HAVE TO TEST, HOW DO I DO IT. Thanks KENNETH
1 Answer Ken, Based on your post description, sure sounds like a timer issue WP3952888. You can test the timer motor for a resistance reading or voltage (120 VAC) across the tan and white/black wires on the timer wiring harness block. it usually checks OK, and winds up being a mechanical failure in the timer itself. Read More...
Dave B May 31, 2012 for Model Number 3952888 I also need washer timer model #3952888, but it doesn't look like the picture from the back. It appears that the connectors are correct - will AP3083779 work???
1 Answer Hello Dave. Based on the part number you provided, WP3952888 is the correct timer. Read More...
Jim May 27, 2012 for Model Number kaws850gq1 The washer will agitate but won't drain...seems like the timer will not advance, maybe a new timer?
1 Answer Hello Jim. You will need to test and see if the lid switch 3949247V is bad on the unit. If so, it will prevent the timer from advancing and the unit from spinning and draining the water out of the unit. 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...
Mark S. May 16, 2011 for Model Number KAWS750-GQ1 My washer works but it will not advance from one function to the next. I have to push in the knob and advace the dial by hand and then pull out the knob to start the next part of the wash cycle. I know I need a new timer. The timer part number in the machine is 3952888. Your web search says part number AP3083779 but the description says "(motor not serviced)" What does that mean? Is this a new timer with a new motor? That is what I want to order. Thanks Mark
1 Answer Hello Mark. Yes, WP3952888 is a new timer with a new motor. "Motor not serviced" means if the motor is bad, you will need to replace the timer, and not just the timer motor. Hope this helps. Read More...