Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Machine

Power cord not plugged in.

Plug in power cord.

Stops

No power at plug.

Check electrical source or call

 

 

 

electrician.

 

Fuse blown or circuit

Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker.

 

breaker open.

If problem continues, call electrician.

 

Using an extension cord.

Do not use an extension cord.

 

Timer is not lined up.

Turn timer to the right slightly

 

 

and pull to start.

 

Timer knob not pulled out.

Set and pull out knob.

 

Washer at pause in

Allow cycle to continue

 

PERMANENT PRESS Cycle

(see "OPERATION").

 

(approximately two minutes).

 

 

Machine is overloaded.

Wash smaller loads.

Agitator Not

The top of the agitator moves

This is normal.

Working

only in one direction.

 

 

The top of the agitator is loose.

This is normal.

Water Level

The top of the agitator is much

This is normal.

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

Ensure tub is centered before

Crooked

unloading.

starting washer.

 

Tub moves.

This is normal.

 

Laundry center not level.

Ensure front feet are installed and

 

 

nuts are tightened. Level laundry

 

 

center. Reset rear legs

 

 

(see "INSTALLATION','Section H).

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 wash water warmer than 70°E

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