Kenmore 3950145 ProblemPossible Cause, Stops, Agitator Not, Working, Top of the agitator, Full

ProblemPossible Cause

MachinePower cord not plugged in.

Stops

No power at plug.

Fuse blown or circuit breaker open.

Using an extension cord.

Timer is not lined up.

	Timer knob not pulled out.
	Washer		at pause in
	PERMANENT			PRESS	Cycle
	(approximately			two minutes).
	Machine		is overloaded.
Agitator Not	The top of the agitator				moves
Working	only	in one direction.
	The	top of the agitator			is loose.
Water Level	The top of the agitator				is much
Too Low/Not	higher than the highest water
Completely	level, This creates a perception
Filling	of the washer			not being	full,
Tub is	Tub pulled forward when
Crooked	unloading,
	Tub	moves.
	Unit	not	level.

Solution

Plug in power cord.

Check electrical source or cal_ electrician.

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. If problem continues, call electrician.

Do not use extension cords.

Turn timer to the right slightly and pull to start.

Set and pull out knob.

Allow cycle to continue (see "OPERATION").

Wash smaller loads.

This is normal.

This is normal.

This is normal.

Ensure tub is centered before starting washer.

This is normal.

Ensure front feet are installed and nuts are tightened. Level washer. Reset rear legs (see "INSTALLATION: Section G).

Lint on Load	Improper sorting.			Sort lint givers from lint takers
				and by color.
	Overloading.			Lint can be trapped		in load		if
				overloaded. Wash		smaller		loads.
	Paper or tissue in pockets.			Clean out pockets before washing.
	Not enough		detergent.	Use enough detergent			to
				hold lint in water.
	Detergent		not dissolving.	Use Automatic Temperature Control
	Water	temperatures lower		(ATC),	if available.	ATC	ensures		wash
	than	60°E		water	temperature	will	be warmer		than
				70°E

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