Kenmore 11026832692 Problem Possible Cause Solution Washer Leaks, Washers, Wont Drain, Section C

Most

laundering

problems

are easily

and

washer

problems.

If you

need

solved

if you understand

the

cause.

further assistance,

see

page

38.

Check these lists for common laundry

Problem

Possible

Cause

Solution

Washer Leaks

Household

plumbing

is leaking.

Repair

plumbing.

Inlet

hoses

not tight.

"i3ghten 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				Reduce load			size.
	or spray rinses are deflecting
	off of	load.
Won't Drain/	Drain	hose		is kinked		or	Straighten		or unplug hose
Won't Spin/	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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