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Avoi_ Sere'viCe Before calling for service, review this list. It may save both time and expense. The list includes
common concerns that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this washer.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
"Clunking" or gear A certain amount of "clunking" or gear This is normal.
sounds, sounds are normal in a heavy-duty
washer.
Rattling and clanking Foreign objects such as coins or safety Stop washer and check tub. If noise continues after
noise, pins may be in tub or pump. washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. Call your
authorized servicer.
Belt buckles and metal fasteners are To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub,
hitting wash tub. fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.
Squealing sound or hot Washer is overloaded. Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce
rubber odor. load.
Thumping sound. Heavy wash loads may produce a This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is
thumping sound, probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute
wash load.
Vibrating noise. Washer is not resting firmly on floor. Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling
legs. See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for details.
Shipping bolt and block have not been See INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS for removing
removed during installation, shipping bolt and block.
Wash load unevenly distributed in tub. Stop washer and rearrange wash load.
Washer does not start. Electrical power cord may not be plugged Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.
in or connection may be loose.
Housefuseb!own, circuitbreakertripped, Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase
or a power outage has occurred, fuse capacity. If problem is a circuit overload, have it
corrected by a qualified electrician. If problem is a
power outage, call local electric company.
Water supply faucets are not turned on. Turn on water supply faucets.
Cycle selector is not in correct position. Move indicator clockwise slightly. Pull out knob.
Motor is overheated. Washer motor will stop if it becomes overheated. It
will automatically restart after a coo! down period of
up to 30 minutes (if washer has not been manually
turned off).
Washer won't spin. Lid is not completely closed. Close lid completely.
Heavily soiled items. Wipe tub with a nonabrasive household cleanser, then
rinse. Shake or brush excess dirt and sand from items
before washing.
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