Avoid Service Checklist

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.

OCCURRENCE

POSSIBLE CAUSE

SOLUTION

NOISE

"Clunking"		or	gear	A certain amount of			"clunkhlg" or gear
sounds,				sounds	are	normal	in a heavy-duty
				washer.
Rattling		and clanking		Foreign objects such as coins or safety
noise,				pins may be in tub or pump.
				Belt buckles and metal fasteners are
				hitting wash tub.
Squealing		sound	or hot	Washer	is overloaded.
rubber	odor.
Thumping		sound.		Heavy	wash	loads	may produce a
				thumping sound,
Vibrating		noise.		Washer is not resting firmly on floor.
				Shipping bolt and block have not been
				removed during insta%tion,
OPERATING				Wash load unevenly distributed in tub.
Washer	does not		start.	Electricalpower cord maynot be plugged
				in or connection may be loose.

Housefuseblown, drcuit breaker tripped, or a power outage has occurred,

This is normal.

Stop washer and check tub. If noise continues after washer is restarted, objects may be in pump. (iall your authorized servicer.

To prevent unnecessary noise and damage to tub, fasten fasteners and turn items inside out.

Do not overload washer. Stop washer and reduce load.

This is usually normal. If sound continues, washer is probably out of balance. Stop washer and redistribute wash load.

Move washer so it rests firmly on floor. Adjust leveling legs. See INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSfor details.

See INSTALLATION INSTRU(TIONS for removing shipping bolt and block.

Stop washer and rearrange wash load.

Make sure plug fits tightly in wall outlet.

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase 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	wiil stop if it becomes overheated. It
			will automatically restart after a cool down period of
			up to 130minutes (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 excessdirt and sand from items

before washing.