Powers up fine.Select cycle and push start.Makes a humming noise for 2 or 3 seconds and stops making noise but nothing happens.All lights stay on as far as control panel concerned looks like its working fine but nothing is happening.
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Started by restless, Nov 27 2011 04:35 PM
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Posted 27 November 2011 - 04:43 PM
Does the Drum run at all ?
Can you turn the Drum ?
How's the Belt ?
Can it be re-started (more hum) right away ?
Can you turn the Drum ?
How's the Belt ?
Can it be re-started (more hum) right away ?
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Posted 27 November 2011 - 07:09 PM
Usually a sock or similar object has become caught in the BLOWER WHEEL---motor cannot start.
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To eliminate:
Musty odor
L-O-N-G cycle times
Dingy/yellowing whites
Suds error message
Slow spin speeds
Intermittent water leaks (from rear of washer)
And other annoying symptoms which vary brand-to brand.
Read below:
The *correct* amount of HE (High Efficiency) detergent that should be used in any front load or agitatorless top load washer with tub sizes 3.0 cu ft and larger is as follows:
HE: (2) Tablespoons Per Wash Load
HE 2X: (1) Tablespoon
HE 3X: (1) Teaspoon
Perform a TUB CLEAN CYCLE every (4) months.
Use: "Tide Washing Machine Cleaner"
Musty odor
L-O-N-G cycle times
Dingy/yellowing whites
Suds error message
Slow spin speeds
Intermittent water leaks (from rear of washer)
And other annoying symptoms which vary brand-to brand.
Read below:
The *correct* amount of HE (High Efficiency) detergent that should be used in any front load or agitatorless top load washer with tub sizes 3.0 cu ft and larger is as follows:
HE: (2) Tablespoons Per Wash Load
HE 2X: (1) Tablespoon
HE 3X: (1) Teaspoon
Perform a TUB CLEAN CYCLE every (4) months.
Use: "Tide Washing Machine Cleaner"
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Posted 27 November 2011 - 08:06 PM
The drum does not turn.Can turn by hand clockwise but not counterclockwise.Not sure about the belt have not figured out how to take apart yet.Once the humming stops you can press the start button again and it does the same thing...couple seconds of humming then that stops.The display stays on as if everything is working.How can I check the blower wheel and how would a sock or something get to it?ThANKS FOR THE SPEEDY HELP.
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Posted 27 November 2011 - 08:34 PM
Unplug dryer
Looking at the rear of dryer---the TOP COVER has what looks like "hinges"
At each plastic "hinge"---there are 2 phillips-type screws---remove only the lower screws at each "hinge".
Grasp the TOP COVER and slide rear about 2 inches---lift off & remove.
Standing at the front of the dryer---remove the WATER DISPENSER TRAY (release tab is at the bottom of the drawer).
Remove the 2 phillips screws that are now visible with the WATER DISPENSER DRAWER removed.
At the right-hand side of the CONTROL PANEL---remove a single phillips screw from the corner (opposite side of panel).
Disconnect plugs/wires that are directly behind the *jog dial* of the CONTROL PANEL
Remove the CONTROL PANEL---a small flat screwdriver helps to unsnap the **tabs** that secure the CONTROL PANEL
With the CONTROL PANEL removed---remove the 5 screws which secure the entire FRONT PANEL/COVER of the dryer. These screws are located at the top of the front panel---and were not visible with the CONTROL PANEL installed.
Pull the FRONT PANEL towards you just enough to allow unplugging the DOOR SWITCH
Lift the entire FRONT PANEL an inch or so & remove
Remove the LINT FILTER & place it inside the Drum
Looking at the front of the dryer---you'll notice a DUCT HOUSING (silver)
Remove the 2 phillips screws from the DUCT & slide it down-and-away.
With a bright flashlight---examine the BLOWER HOUSING---remove any clothing/obstruction
Re-assemble in reverse order
Looking at the rear of dryer---the TOP COVER has what looks like "hinges"
At each plastic "hinge"---there are 2 phillips-type screws---remove only the lower screws at each "hinge".
Grasp the TOP COVER and slide rear about 2 inches---lift off & remove.
Standing at the front of the dryer---remove the WATER DISPENSER TRAY (release tab is at the bottom of the drawer).
Remove the 2 phillips screws that are now visible with the WATER DISPENSER DRAWER removed.
At the right-hand side of the CONTROL PANEL---remove a single phillips screw from the corner (opposite side of panel).
Disconnect plugs/wires that are directly behind the *jog dial* of the CONTROL PANEL
Remove the CONTROL PANEL---a small flat screwdriver helps to unsnap the **tabs** that secure the CONTROL PANEL
With the CONTROL PANEL removed---remove the 5 screws which secure the entire FRONT PANEL/COVER of the dryer. These screws are located at the top of the front panel---and were not visible with the CONTROL PANEL installed.
Pull the FRONT PANEL towards you just enough to allow unplugging the DOOR SWITCH
Lift the entire FRONT PANEL an inch or so & remove
Remove the LINT FILTER & place it inside the Drum
Looking at the front of the dryer---you'll notice a DUCT HOUSING (silver)
Remove the 2 phillips screws from the DUCT & slide it down-and-away.
With a bright flashlight---examine the BLOWER HOUSING---remove any clothing/obstruction
Re-assemble in reverse order
Edited by john63, 27 November 2011 - 08:42 PM.
- Samurai Appliance Repair Man, kdog, Comstock_Services and 1 other like this
To eliminate:
Musty odor
L-O-N-G cycle times
Dingy/yellowing whites
Suds error message
Slow spin speeds
Intermittent water leaks (from rear of washer)
And other annoying symptoms which vary brand-to brand.
Read below:
The *correct* amount of HE (High Efficiency) detergent that should be used in any front load or agitatorless top load washer with tub sizes 3.0 cu ft and larger is as follows:
HE: (2) Tablespoons Per Wash Load
HE 2X: (1) Tablespoon
HE 3X: (1) Teaspoon
Perform a TUB CLEAN CYCLE every (4) months.
Use: "Tide Washing Machine Cleaner"
Musty odor
L-O-N-G cycle times
Dingy/yellowing whites
Suds error message
Slow spin speeds
Intermittent water leaks (from rear of washer)
And other annoying symptoms which vary brand-to brand.
Read below:
The *correct* amount of HE (High Efficiency) detergent that should be used in any front load or agitatorless top load washer with tub sizes 3.0 cu ft and larger is as follows:
HE: (2) Tablespoons Per Wash Load
HE 2X: (1) Tablespoon
HE 3X: (1) Teaspoon
Perform a TUB CLEAN CYCLE every (4) months.
Use: "Tide Washing Machine Cleaner"
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Posted 03 December 2011 - 11:30 AM
directions for taking apart were perfect.If I were to ask you what color the sock was you probably know that too!Thanks for the help! 
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Posted 03 December 2011 - 12:38 PM
To eliminate:
Musty odor
L-O-N-G cycle times
Dingy/yellowing whites
Suds error message
Slow spin speeds
Intermittent water leaks (from rear of washer)
And other annoying symptoms which vary brand-to brand.
Read below:
The *correct* amount of HE (High Efficiency) detergent that should be used in any front load or agitatorless top load washer with tub sizes 3.0 cu ft and larger is as follows:
HE: (2) Tablespoons Per Wash Load
HE 2X: (1) Tablespoon
HE 3X: (1) Teaspoon
Perform a TUB CLEAN CYCLE every (4) months.
Use: "Tide Washing Machine Cleaner"
Musty odor
L-O-N-G cycle times
Dingy/yellowing whites
Suds error message
Slow spin speeds
Intermittent water leaks (from rear of washer)
And other annoying symptoms which vary brand-to brand.
Read below:
The *correct* amount of HE (High Efficiency) detergent that should be used in any front load or agitatorless top load washer with tub sizes 3.0 cu ft and larger is as follows:
HE: (2) Tablespoons Per Wash Load
HE 2X: (1) Tablespoon
HE 3X: (1) Teaspoon
Perform a TUB CLEAN CYCLE every (4) months.
Use: "Tide Washing Machine Cleaner"
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