Chris March 12, 2017 for Model Number FWTR445RFS0 Spin cycle is violent, machine is level, new shocks, new springs, new bearings and tub, tubs spins smooth with no play. I'm guessing it has a balance sensor, where is it located? Do you have any other suggestions? Thanks
1 Answer Chris, This issue sounds like the tub support may be broken and will want to check it. The part number for the support is the inner tub assembly 131618500. Read More...
Mark December 15, 2014 for Model Number FWT445GES2 Washing machine does not go into high speed spin at the end of the cycle. Machine spins in speed as though it is in the washing cycle. Any suggestions?
1 Answer Hello Mark. Make sure the pump is not clogged and not draining properly. If it is good, then you will need to replace the door lock assembly. Read More...
Anthony G July 03, 2014 for Model Number FWT449GFS2 My wife recently put a pillow into the washer as the machine wash washing it was ok. As soon as it went into the spin mode it was out of balance and banging around and the machine stopped working. Went to open the door could not had to disconnect the power for door to open. I removed the pillow and tried to restart washer, and it would not work. The door lock light would come on and off right away. Door would not lock and washer would not work. Pull control knob on and off only get the door lite to flash and not lock door. I already replaced door lock assembly and striker. I need some help and guidance. thank you tony g.
1 Answer Anthony, You will want to check the wire harness between the door lock and timer to make sure that there is not a issue with a damaged wire. Also check the reed switch on the dispenser drawer. A bad or faulty reed switch can cause the issue. If these check ok then it is possible that you received a damaged door lock assembly. Read More...
Ken K May 16, 2014 for Model Number 110.2703*2704 I turn it on -water starts as usual lid locks --water starts again and keeps running but agitator does nothing --water keeps running for few minutes and shuts off and light "L F"comes on and machine is making slight humming sound ; then I shut it off -----turn it on drain and spin cycle and it works good----checked hoses for kinks and screens for dirt -,allseems good thanks
1 Answer Ken, You will want to make sure that the drain hose is not pushed too far into the standpipe which could cause a siphoning effect. If this checks ok and the pressure hose is not pinched or kinked and that it is connected to the outer tub. Also make sure that there are no holes in the pressure hose. If this checks ok then access the tech sheet and do test number 2 on page 4 for the log valve to determine what issue could be. Read More...
Arthur February 14, 2014 for Model Number 417.39012890 Washer will not spin or agitate. I pushed against the door with my knee and it worked. I checked everything according to the guide.I replaced the door switch and strike and it still don't spin, even if I push on the door. It's 14 years old, has always work very well. Could it be the motor control board (speed control)? HELP!!!
1 Answer Hello Arthur. It could be the motor board. However, check the wiring on the unit first. It sounds more like a door error or wiring issue. Read More...
Bruce December 20, 2012 for Model Number 417.24182300 My washer stopped at the beginning of the spin cycle. Door lock light is illuminated but nothing happens when I manually turn the timer knob -- no water, no pump motor, no drive motor. The timer does not advance. Should I suspect a bad door lock? The tech sheet lists a motor protector but I cannot locate it. Is it on the timer control board? Your help would be greatly appreciated.
1 Answer Hello Bruce, You would want to check the wiring from the door lock to the control board to make sure that the connections are good and no corrosion. If this checks ok then you would want to run diagnostics on the unit. This would be found on the tech sheet inside of unit. This will also advise on any error codes that may be stored that would give a good idea of what failure has occured and what to check. Read More...
Davey J. August 20, 2012 for Model Number Kenmore/Electrolux FTF630AS0 Front load machine built in 2003 will fill and pump out but will not agitate or spin. Drum turns freely in both directions and will turn small amounts (1/10 turn) occasionally, and will even spin at lower speed randomly when in the final spin timer location. Circuits checked include door lock and speed control board voltages on specified plug pins seem ok. Motor resistances match specs. However,speed control board motor output resistances are not as specified, and drop from 10Meg to 150K when meter is held on the output contacts between the phases. Specifications say the resistance should be 3 Meg ohms +-10% or replace the speed control. But why does the motor run occasionally? Dave
1 Answer Hello Davey, These units are notorious for the motor control board, (speed controller), 134149220 failures. Once in a great while, the motor will fail, but the motor speed controllers are normally the cause of failure. The measurements are generalized and given the variances in practical application, you have to take the readings with a grain of salt. Read More...
Flstskeith October 24, 2011 for Model Number fwtr445rfs1 The drum wont spin in any cycle. It fills and empties. The belt is good and the drum turns freely. The control clicks like it did when the drum cycled directions. Is the control board a large percentage of the causes?
1 Answer Hi Flstskeith. Remove the drum belt and see if the motor itself will normally run. If so then the drum assy. is the issue. Access the pressure switch. Unhook the hose and blow back ward into the tub. Did you remove any obstruction? If so you can use washer magic monthly to insure proper performance. Take a same size hose and blow into the pressure switch to reset the contacts. Start The washer and blow into the switch, does it start to agitate now? You can also bypass the switch if your careful. If so you will need pressure switch part # 134433701. Your timer may not be sending 120 vac to the wash circuit. Part # 131717100. Use the wiring diagram supplied inside the cabinet to help assist. Thank You. Read More...
Bob October 21, 2011 for Model Number 41724182300 Kenmore front load coin operated washer will not wash or spin. Replaced door lock mechanism,door strike and timer. Machine starts,pumps water and drains but still won't wash or spin.
1 Answer Hi Bob. Is the tub free and motor free spinning separate of the belt? Is there anything stopping the drum? Can you run the motor without the belt? Are there any fault codes? There is a tech. sheet in the cabinet folded in a packet. Use this to put unit in a field service test. The motor specs are there to check the board, connections and the windings. Motor part # 131276200. Thank You. Read More...
Zaid October 12, 2011 for Model Number fwt449gfs2 Okay the timer seems to work fine but when the washer goes into spin mode. The washer does not speed up like it use too when I first brought the machine and because of that the clothes out real wet. Like I said the timer complets the whole cycle. Thanks
1 Answer Hello Zaid. You will need to check and see if the door lock assembly 131763256 is bad and will need to be replaced. If so, it will cause the problem you are having. The wax motor on the lock assembly, if bad, will cause a low spin speed. The door will still lock, but does not send the signal to the control board. Hope this helps. Read More...