Waher i have a roper top washer. when it is filling to begin washing water leaks from the bottom. while it is washing it does not leak just when water is being filled in it. I can't figure mine out. The water seemed to be coming from the drain hose between the pump and the drain outlet, so I pulled that off and tested it and no leak. So I pulled the pump off and tested it - again no leak. Where should I look next?

1 of a few problems may have happen, However I would say the water pump is most likely leaking. But you can check the rubber hoses under the bottom by the motor for wetness Just make sure it's unplugged..

my washer currently is not filling with water, washing, and is leaking from the bottom. so what is wrong with it

This model is a direct drive with only one pump, the drain pump. If the drain pump leaks, which is a common problem on these models, it will leak no matter what temperature wash is selected! If you a have a leak on cold, it will probably also leak on warm wash. Your problem is your solenoid operated fill valve on the cold side. Only one fill hose comes off of this combination fill valve to your fill plenum at the top back of your tub. So if it leaks on the cold, but not hot, check for a crack in the plastic housing of the valve on the cold half. The valve is located on the inside back of the machine on top right when looking at the front of the machine. They are fairly inexpensive and easy to replace.

Hope this helps

kcomp1863

If the water is gushing from the washer, check the small plastic air dome hose on the lower right hand side of the wash tub. Sometimes the hose can come loose and come off. This will cause the water to begin pouring out of the bottom of the the washer when it begins to fill. The following link lists some other items you may consider as well:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3576648-washer_leak__top_loader

The link explains how to remove the exterior washer case in order to accurately inspect the washer interior components for the source of your leak.

If the leak is more like a constant drip, another common source of leaks with Whirlpool manufactured top loaders is a leaking drain pump. These pumps are not serviceable and if damaged, must be replaced. The following link explains how:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3794382-replacing_water_pump_whirlpool_top


Don't forget to check all drain hose connections under the washer and the center tub seal.

Replacement parts (if required) can be purchased at any of the following websites:

searspartrsdirect.com
pcappliancerepair.com
appliancepartspros.com
repairclinic.com

Prices vary between sites, so shop and compare. the first three sites listed also have helpful exploded view parts illustrations to assist you with locating and properly identifying the parts you may need.

If you have any questions, please post back and let me know. I hope this helps you.

NOTE: Roper washers are manufactured by Whirlpool, so these instructions will apply.

It's in the drain hose somewhere,during the fill the water gets as deep in the drain hose as it does in the washer,during the wash the pump runs in reverse keeping the water level in the hose low,during the drain the hose is filled again.
Prop the washer up in front on a couple bricks or boards,start putting in water until it starts to leak and take a peak under the machine.

ckd pump lean washer back against wall pump next to front ..2 clips hold pump to motor 2 clamps on hoses pump slides off motor ..also ckd hose from pump to drain underneath

water can leak from the other valve while filling up if you dont have the hose on it,if you blank the valve off with a nut and tail with a coin and rubber washer in it that will fix your problem.hope this helps.

you have the seals out of the washer. with washing farm clothes and the sand and grit sitting on the bottom of the machine right on top of the seal and bearing they went bad. i suggest that you by a whirlpool washer there seals are up higher then any other machine. amana, maytag ge are not good for farm wahers sorry to inform you.

This could mean the fill level is not working properly and there is an overfill situation. Generally[I don't know 'Roper'] the fill level is controlled by a 'bottle' like device at the fixed to the outside of the drum at the bottom with, with a fine tube leading to a disk like thing near the top of the machine- with wire coming from it to the controller. The 'disk' thing is the pressure sensor. and the bottle thing is supposed to fill with water and the air pressure in the tube actuates the switch in the 'disk' Overtime the 'bottle' will get clogged with crud and need cleaning out. This will mean taking it off and giving it a good cleaning. Hope this helps.

remove the panel to observe the drain hoses while machine is in use. using a flashlight, locate the hose that you see leaking.