Washer Repair

How to fix a Whirlpool / Kenmore direct-drive top-loading washer that fills, agitates, then goes dead

June 15, 2011 Washer Repair

Kelly wrote: Whirlpool Ultimate Care II Washer. Help! It fills and agitates, but stops. Click the play button below to hear my answer: (click image to purchase) To learn more about your washing machine, or to order parts, click here. Samurai Appliance Repair Man – http://fixitnow.com The Samurai School of Appliantology – http://appliantology.org Find and [...]

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How to fix a Whirlpool Cabrio / Kenmore Oasis / Maytag Bravo washer that leaks from the bottom center of the tub during wash

June 12, 2011 Washer Repair

jerome wrote: kenmore model 11027032603 leaks at bottom center. Leak starts shortly after start of wash cycle. Apeasr to leak more with heavy load. What is likely source of problem? The tub seal has gone out on your washer.  Not an uncommon problem.  The tub seal and bearing comes as a factory-installed set.  Kommenzie und [...]

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Mailbag: Whirlpool Duet washer with “control lock” light stuck on and controls locked

June 6, 2011 Washer Repair

N. Johnson wrote: The “control locked” light was on… you had suggested to someone else to hold the “End of Cycle Signal” button down for 3 seconds… and darned if that didn’t turn the light off. Thank you so much!!! There ya go, buddy-row! On some models, you may have to hold it for 5 [...]

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Mailbag: Water slowly fills washer tub even when it is off

June 6, 2011 Washer Repair

Dmitry wrote: Hello! I we got question about Whirlpool front load washer. We have this unit for over few years and problem that recently pops up is water slowly gets in to washer and feels it up when unit is OFF. What do I have to fix it? Thanks for your support. Dmitry This is [...]

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Mailbag: Mystery piece in a Whirlpool washer that broke and now the washer won’t spin

June 5, 2011 Washer Repair

KY wrote:   I HAVE A WHIRLPOOL WASHER MODEL LSR8133HQ0 I HAVE PART THAT CAME OFF IT DOESNT LOOK BROKE; IT HAS A SPRING CONNECTED TO A GRAY FLAP. I FOUND THAT THIS PARTS KEEPS THE WASHER FROM SPINNING OUT. WHEN YOU LET DOWN THE WASHER TOP THIS PART MAKES THE WASHER WORK IT IS [...]

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Mailbag: How to clear gookus, like bra wires, from the pump in a Bosch washing machine

May 15, 2011 Washer Repair

Mary wrote: We have the Bosch 500 series washer. The underwire came out of a bra and sounds caught between the pump and drum. Would really like to get it out myself instead of calling someone. I can’t download the page with the diagram (bosch-fl-washer-clearing-pump.pdf ) Any ideas how to get it out? Ax and [...]

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Mailbag: LG washing machine full of water and won’t pump out

May 15, 2011 Washer Repair

Sue wrote: I have an LG Washer, WM2277HW, and it sounds like the motor?? Kinda loud… and not spinning… and now filled with water in the drum because I can’t get it past the one point to drain… Got a quite from Sears to fix with a 1 year service and all parts would be [...]

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Mailbag: Bosch Nexxt washer throwing an E04 error code

May 14, 2011 Washer Repair

Maria wrote Have a Bosch Nexxt 500 series washer and am getting error E:04 message. Checked hoses and all clear. Suspecting something is stuck in pump. Understand that you have a service manual on how to clear the pump. You refer to the attachment: bosch-fl-washer-clearing-pump.pdf . Can you share? The appliantological wisdom you seek is [...]

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How to figure out why an LG washer takes longer than indicated to complete the cycle

May 13, 2011 Washer Repair

Example model number WM2277H. The control panel says 57 minutes left in the cycle but it actually runs for another 1 hour and 20 minutes. Wassup wif dat, yo? Someone (not naming any names) has been skimping on the detergent! You can only use HE detergent in this washer. Even occasional use of the regular [...]

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Maytag Atlantis washer thrust bearing C-clip wisdom

May 7, 2011 Washer Repair

From Grand Master Funk appl.tech.29501 in the Samurai School of Appliantology: How many washers do you have under the “C” clip? if you have a thick and a thin washer…thats ok if you have 2 thin washers thats ok if you have 2 thick washers that not ok… Read more… http://appliantology.org/topic/30968-maytag-atlantis-mavt754eww/ To learn more about [...]

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Step-by-step instructions on replacing the door boot seal on Frigidaire, Electrolux, Crosley and Kenmore front-load washers

May 3, 2011 Washer Repair

Easy as 1, 2, 3… First, buy the door boot seal here. Next, get some basic hand tools together. You’ll need a screwdriver set and a sturdy pair of needle nose pliers. Finally, watch this video: Ees seemple, da? To learn more about your washing machine, or to order parts, click here.

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Wiring diagram for a Maytag LSE7806ACE washer

May 2, 2011 Washer Repair

Example model numbers: LSE7806 LSE7800 LSE78 (click for larger view) To learn more about your washing machine, or to order parts, click here.

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Entering & using diagnostic mode on #Frigidaire top load #washer

April 28, 2011 Washer Repair

Example model number: LTF2940ES3 Diagnostic Test: The diagnostic test is performed by using the Program Knob. To START THE TEST: • On digital display models, turn the Program Knob to start position, Touch Up. (NOTE: If the model has a timer dial that can be rotated 360°, turn the Program Knob to start position, Drain/Spin. [...]

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Locating the CCU on a Kenmore HE5t front load washer

April 13, 2011 Washer Repair

The Central Control Unit (CCU) is the electronic board that controls all the go-go on this Whirlpool-built machine. If you ever need to replace it, here’s where it lives: And you can buy the replacement CCU ratcheer. To learn more about your washing machine, or to order parts, click here.

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Maytag Neptune MAH6700 washer leaves fabric softener in the dispenser after a wash

February 21, 2011 Washer Repair

Oh my, crusty skivvies! Okay, let’s stop all this cryin’ and get scientifical on this bad boy. First, feast your peepers on the diagram below: (click to enlarge) Valves 1 and 2 are energized together so the flow from each valve meets smack dab in the middle and flows down the center dispenser chute to [...]

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