nIs there excessive sudsing?nThe washer basket moves while washing.
Always measure detergent. Follow manufacturer?s directions. This is normal.
If you have very soft water, you might need to use less
detergent. Agitator operation
nIs your voltage low?
Check your electrical source or call an electrician. Do not use nThe top of the agitator is loose, or moves in only one
an extension cord. direction.
This is normal.
Washer continues to fill or drain, or the cycle seems
stuckDispensers clogged or bleach leaking
nIs the top of drain hose lower than the water level in nDid you follow the manufacturer?s directions when adding
washer?detergent and fabric softener to the dispensers?
The top of the hose must be higher than the water level in the Measure detergent and fabric softener. Carefully pour into the
washer for proper operation. See the Installation Instructions.dispensers. Wipe up all spills.
nDoes the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpipe, or is it Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener dispenser.
taped to the standpipe?nDid you put powdered or color-safe bleach in the liquid
The drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal
the drain hose with tape. The hose needs an air gap. See the chlorine bleach dispenser?
Add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach directly to the
Installation Instructions.basket. Do not use the chlorine bleach dispenser for color-
safe bleach.
Washer makes noise
nIs the load balanced and the washer level?Load too wet
The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded.
nDid you use the right cycle for the load being washed?
The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly Select a cycle with a higher spin speed (if available).
installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs nDid you use a cold rinse?
(if needed). See the Installation Instructions.Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is
nDid you completely remove the yellow shipping strap with normal.
cotter pins?
See the Installation Instructions.
Residue or lint on load
nAre the gears engaging after the drain and before spin, or
is the upper part of agitator clicking during wash?nDid you sort properly?
These are normal washer noises.Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy,
synthetics). Also sort by color.
Washer leaksnDid you overload the washer?
The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded. Lint
nCheck the following:can be trapped in the load if overloaded. Wash smaller loads.
Are the fill hoses tight? Are the fill hose washers properly nCheck the following:
seated? Is the drain hose clamp properly installed? See the Was paper or tissue left in the pockets?
Installation Instructions.
Did you use enough detergent? Follow manufacturer?s
nIs the sink or drain clogged?directions. Use enough detergent to hold the lint in the water.
Sink and standpipe must be able to handle 17 gallons (64 L)
of water per minute.Is your water colder than 70°F (21°C)? Wash water colder
nIs water deflecting off the tub ring or the load?than 70°F (21°C) may not completely dissolve the detergent.
Center the tub before starting the washer.
Stains on load
The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. The
fill or spray rinses can deflect off the load.nDid you follow the manufacturer?s directions when adding
The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly detergent and fabric softener?
installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs Measure detergent and fabric softener. Use enough detergent
(if needed). See the Installation Instructions.to remove soil and hold it in suspension.
nCheck household plumbing for leaks. Dilute fabric softener and add to the rinse portion of a cycle
only. Do not drip fabric softener on clothes.
Washer basket is crookednIs there above average iron (rust) in water?
You may need to install an iron filter.
nWas the washer basket pulled forward during loading?nDid you properly sort the load?
The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded. Push Sort dark clothes from whites and lights.
the basket to the center before starting wash.
nDid you unload the washer promptly?
nIs the load balanced and the washer level?
The wash load should be balanced and not overloaded.To avoid dye transfer, unload the washer as soon as it stops.
The washer must be level. The front feet should be properly
installed and the nuts tightened. Reset the rear leveling legs
(if needed). See the Installation Instructions.
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