Troubleshooting my kenmore washer overfills in rinse

These videos may be helpful since Sears Kenmore and Whirlpool washers are closely related.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WZlkG0gGXFQ

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZoCjjguxRI

But the first thing I would try is to just unplug the washer and then plug it back in after 5 minutes ... sometimes that can help ... but do not hold your breath.
Of course, there still could be something broken with the machine too ...
Good luck on your troubleshooting!

Remove the drain hose and then run water though it to check whether the hose is blocked. ... Do not overfill the soap dispenser compartment. ... Bleach doesn't dispense during a delicate cycle

Rinse the machine with no load and no detergent. Run a regular wash cycle.

The FL error code means:
Flood Condition:
FL flashes if any overfill condition occurs. This condition occurs when excessive water in the tub causes the overfill switch to trip. The control must realize that the trip was due to an overfill condition instead of a suds lack condition in order for FL to be displayed

With an overfill condition, the beeper repeats a warning every 10 seconds with no time-out. The pump is cycled in drain mode for 30 seconds on, 30 seconds off until the overfill switch resets or power is discontinued to the unit.

Press STOP/CANCEL to clear the display.

This problem I see on these are the water pumps getting clogged with lint or other things, causing the pump not to pump all of the water out at times.

There is a check "valve" in the drain assembly that seems to sometimes cause problems with the FL error code. You can remove this piece, and might avoid changing the pump.

Calypso Service manual: https://docs.google.com/leaf?id=0B5If-wTgYWH5MTQ0OGIxZTAtZjQyMy00MzEzLWJkMzYtZTdmOTY2OTk3YTA4&hl=en

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It appears your timer/main controller/CCU has failed in this instance.

For replacement parts - head on over to PartSelect.com or RepairClinic.com and enter in your full model number for a full parts listing.
I recommend both sites because ...


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PartSelect has a great schematic database for locating the part on your unit and great "testimonials" for each part that often times includes HOW-TO information.
RepairClinic has pictures of each part they sell and also a great how-to and troubleshooting for basic repairs.


If your unit has never been serviced - there should still be an original service manual enclosed in plastic taped to the inside of the shell.
In the service manual are Error codes, maintenance procedures, and troubleshooting steps you can follow.


Anything too complicated or beyond your scope should be handled by a professional.

If you think you want to tackle the repair - and have gotten stuck on a step - reply to your question and I will be glad to help you out.




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CHANGE THE LID SWITCH

Sounds like the timer has failed. It's a common problem.

Part number 8545379, $83.69 from SearsPartsDirect.com

Use gel run a few cycles and help clear and then don't overfill w gel soap

door switch bad?

check pressure switch hose

you may a pluse cycle where the washer will stop for a couple of min, this cycle is for perm press to minimize wrinkels