Kenmore Automatic Washers owner manual Possible Cause Solution

Most laundering problems are easily solved if you understand the cause. Check these lists for common laundry

and washer problems. If you need further assistance, see page 37.

Problem	Possible	Cause	Solution
Washer Leaks	Household	plumbing is leaking.	Repair plumbing.
	Inlet hoses not tight.		Tighten	hoses (see "INSTALLATION,"
			Sections	D & E).
	Inlet hose washers not		Reseat washers
	properly seated.		(see "INSTALLATION_'Section		D).
	Drain hose not properly		Clamp drain hose
	clamped or is off.		(see "INSTALLATION_'Section		C).
	Drain is clogged.		Remove drain clogs. Sink, standpipe,
			or floor drain must be able to handle

17 gallons of water per minute.

Tub moved forward during unloading, causing water to deflect off of tub ring.

Unit not level causing water to deflect off of tub ring.

Ensure tub is centered before starting washer.

Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened. Level washer. Reset rear legs

(see "INSTALLATION_'Section G).

	Load is unbalanced. Spray	Redistribute the load.
	rinses are deflecting off of load.
	Washer is overloaded. Fills or	Reduce load size.
	spray rinses are deflecting off
	of load.
Won't Drain/	Drain hose is kinked or	Straighten or unplug hose
Won'tSpin/	clogged.	(see "INSTALLATION_'Section C).
Wet Loads	Correct operation of	After a wash or rinse, the washer will
	neutral drain,	drain without spinning. After draining,
		the spinning begins.
	Lid is open.	Close the lid.
	Drain hose is more than	Lower drain hose
	96 inches above floor.	(see "INSTALLATION," Section C).
	Too much detergent -	Use less detergent.
	excessive sudsing.
	Wrong cycle for load	Choose a cycle with a higher spin
	being washed,	speed (see "OPERATION").

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