Is the washer in a normal pause in the cycle? The washer pauses for about 2 minutes
Dispensers clogged or bleach leakingduring certain cycles. Allow the cycle to continue. Some cycles feature periods of
agitation and soak.
 Did you follow the manufacturer?s directions when adding detergent and fabric softener
to the dispensers (on some models)? Measure detergent and fabric softener. Slowly pour  Is the washer overloaded? Wash smaller loads.
into the dispensers. Wipe up all spills. Dilute fabric softener in the fabric softener  Is the lid open? The lid must be closed during operation. Washer will not agitate or spin
dispenser.with the lid open.
 Did you put powdered or color-safe bleach into the liquid chlorine bleach dispenser (on
some models)? Add powdered or liquid color-safe bleach directly to the basket. Do not Washer won?t drain or spin
use the chlorine bleach dispenser for color-safe bleach.
 Is the drain hose clogged, or the end of the drain hose more than 244 cm (96") above the
floor? See ŤConnect Drain Hose for proper installation of drain hose.
Washer Operation
 Is the lid open? The lid must be closed during operation. Washer will not agitate or spin
with the lid open.
Washer wont run, fill, rinse or agitate; washer stops
 Is there excessive sudsing? Always measure detergent. Follow manufacturer?s directions. If
you have very soft water, you might need to use less detergent.
WARNING
Washer continues to fill or drain; cycle seems stuck
 Is the top of drain hose lower than the water level in washer? The top of the hose must be
higher than the water level in the washer for proper operation. See Drain System.Ž
 Does the drain hose fit too tightly in the standpipe, or is it taped to the standpipe? The
drain hose should be loose yet fit securely. Do not seal the drain hose with tape. The hose
needs an air gap. See Secure the Drain Hose.
Electric Shock Hazard
Electrically earth this appliance.Wash/Rinse temperature not what I selected
Do not use an extension cord or an electrical portable
 Are the hot and cold water inlet hoses reversed? See Connect the Inlet Hoses for more outlet device.
information. As your frequency of loads washed increases, the water temperature may
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, decrease for hot and warm temperatures. This is normal.
fire or electric shock.
Washer Results
 Is the power cord plugged into an earthed socket outlet? Plug power cord into an
earthed socket outlet.
Load too wet
 Are you using an extension cord? Do not use an extension cord.
 Is the indicator on the Timer knob properly lined up with a cycle? Turn the Timer knob to  Did you use the right cycle for the load being washed?
the right slightly and pull to start.Select a cycle with a higher spin speed (if available).
 Are the water inlet valve filters clogged? Turn off the water and remove inlet hoses from  Did you use a cold rinse? Cold rinses leave loads wetter than warm rinses. This is normal.
the washer. Remove any accumulated film or particles. Reinstall hoses, turn on water and
check for leaks.
Residue or lint on load
 Are both the hot and cold water taps turned on? Turn on the water.
 Is the water inlet hose kinked? Straighten the hoses. Did you sort properly? Sort lint givers (towels, chenille) from lint takers (corduroy,
synthetics). Also sort by color.
 Does the water level seem too low, or does the washer appear to not fill completely? The
top of the agitator is much higher than the highest water level. This is normal and  Did you overload the washer? The wash load must be balanced and not overloaded.
necessary for clothes to move freely. Clothes should move freely. Lint can be trapped in the load if overloaded. Wash smaller
loads.
 Has a household fuse blown, or has a circuit breaker tripped? Replace the fuse or reset
 Did you select the correct water level? The water level should be correct for the load
the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician.size. Clothes should move freely in the water.
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