Troubleshooting _25
troubleshooting
CHECK THESE SOLUTIONS IF YOUR WASHER…
PROBLEM SOLUTION
Will not start..
• Make sure the door is fi rmly closed.
• Make sure your washer is plugged in.
• Make sure the water source faucets are open.
• Make sure to press the Start/Pause Button to start your washer.
• Make sure the Child Lock is not activated. See page 17.
• Before your washer starts to fi ll, it will make a series of clicking noises
to check the door lock and do a quick drain.
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker
Has no water or not enough
water..
• Turn both faucets on fully.
• Make sure the door is tightly closed.
• Straighten the water inlet hoses.
• Disconnect hoses and clean the screens. Hose fi lter screens may be
clogged.
• Open and close the door, then press the Start/Pause Button.
Has detergent remains in
the automatic dispenser
after the wash cycle is
complete.
• Make sure your washer is running with suffi cient water pressure.
• Make sure the Detergent Selector dial is in the upper position when
using granular detergent.
Vibrates or is too noisy.
• Make sure your washer is set on a level surface. If the surface is not
level, adjust your washer feet to level the appliance.
• Make sure that the shipping bolts are removed.
• Make sure your washer is not touching any other object.
• Make sure the laundry load is balanced.
Stops
• Plug the power cord into a live electrical outlet.
• Check the fuse or reset the circuit breaker.
• Close the door and press the Start/Pause Button to start your
washer.
For your safety, your washer will not tumble or spin unless the door is
closed.
• Before your washer starts to fi ll, it will make a series of clicking noises
to check the door lock and do a quick drain.
• There may be a pause or soak period in the cycle. Wait and it may
start.
• Check the screens on the inlet hoses at the faucets for obstructions.
Clean the screens periodically.
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