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The washer is a year old. last two nights my clothes came out with an odor and couldn't figure out why. I decided to was them again at a higher temperature and happen to be around to notice the timer counting down but nothing was happening, other than the washer filling up and releasing the water but not spinning.
tried different cycles nothing work. took out the load nothing worked. Put it on rinse and spin and it would only work if i keep pressing the start and pause button.
The belt seems to be fine. did a rinse and spin nothing happen, press stop and start and it worked. Did it again nothing. Cant get it to work on any other cycles with any load in. Any suggestions?
Hmm, Interesting. Ok now I move the machine away from the wall at an angle, did three loads fine. Do you still think the module is bad.
ThanksHmm, Interesting. Ok now I move the machine away from the wall at an angle, did three loads fine. Do you still think the module is bad.
Thanks
AnonymousMar 27, 2014
Occasionally, maybe once or twice every month, when I press the START/PAUSE button to begin filling the tub (at the start of a session) nothing happens. I then hold the same button down for 3 to 5 seconds and SOMETIMES it then fills, but a lot of times still NOTHING happens. When this happens, I try holding the button down for several seconds again (to try to reset the machine), and STILL nothing happens. I pill the power cord for a few minutes, and go through the process again. The machine has NEVER started filling right after plugging it in again, but after several more tries of rotating the Cycle Selector and START/Pause buttons, it will eventually "heal" itself. Today I thought it finally died for good (it is 5 years old, has done this for at least 3 years, especially if you try to use a Delicate Cycle), but after about 10 minutes of doing all the above, it started filling. I'm assuming there is a controller issue, and also assume that is a repiar that would cost enough to make me conside buying a new machine. Any suggestions are appreciated.Occasionally, maybe once or twice every month, when I press the START/PAUSE button to begin filling the tub (at the start of a session) nothing happens. I then hold the same button down for 3 to 5 seconds and SOMETIMES it then fills, but a lot of times still NOTHING happens. When this happens, I try holding the button down for several seconds again (to try to reset the machine), and STILL nothing happens. I pill the power cord for a few minutes, and go through the process again. The machine has NEVER started filling right after plugging it in again, but after several more tries of rotating the Cycle Selector and START/Pause buttons, it will eventually "heal" itself. Today I thought it finally died for good (it is 5 years old, has done this for at least 3 years, especially if you try to use a Delicate Cycle), but after about 10 minutes of doing all the above, it started filling. I'm assuming there is a controller issue, and also assume that is a repiar that would cost enough to make me conside buying a new machine. Any suggestions are appreciated.
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The electronic module who drives the motor its the problem . you can order and replace find part at partstore.com go by brand and model
let me know if you need more help
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Towel mildew odor is transferred from the washer to towels and clothes. The washer must be cleaned first. After cleaning the washer and towels washing habits must change to stop mold smell from returning.
Washing machine mold / mildew is caused by:
#1 cause is overuse of detergents. Detergent companies are notorious for instructing to use too much detergent. Especially with soft water or when using liquid detergent no more than 1 tbsp of any detergent should be used.
#2 most common cause is using fabric softener because it's dispensed in the rinse cycle and will coat the inside of the outer tub with residue that is a food source for mold to grow.
#3 using only cold water for washing is fine but makes preventative maintenance very important. A weekly hot soak will dissolve odor-causing residue from inside your washer.
#4 not using the washer. If the clothes washer isn't used very often maintenance is especially important. If leaving for a vacation it's a good idea to clean your washer. Do a search to "remove washer odor" to read just how big the problem is. There are all natural washer cleaners that will also remove mildew odor from towels and clothing after the washer has been cleaned.
I can a very simple part called the motor coupler...you can find the part at www.repairclinic.com. It costs 13.95. I am fixing my washing machine today, as this happened before and was the answer. Goodluck
kenmore tumble action washer model#417.44152400,
Washer is approximately 3 years old. Will not drain or spin. When it tries to spin, clicking noise heard inside of unit. Would a clog insie the lines disable the spin cycle ?
Click on 'washing machines', then brand name (below FIXYA) on this website, type in your model number & search. You will get a shortlist; click on your model,below the page u will get Manual/Guides. Click on the blue, you have your manual on line. Possible your filter is clogged after these years. And dont forget to rate me on this great site.
Hmm, Interesting. Ok now I move the machine away from the wall at an angle, did three loads fine. Do you still think the module is bad.
Thanks
Occasionally, maybe once or twice every month, when I press the START/PAUSE button to begin filling the tub (at the start of a session) nothing happens. I then hold the same button down for 3 to 5 seconds and SOMETIMES it then fills, but a lot of times still NOTHING happens. When this happens, I try holding the button down for several seconds again (to try to reset the machine), and STILL nothing happens. I pill the power cord for a few minutes, and go through the process again. The machine has NEVER started filling right after plugging it in again, but after several more tries of rotating the Cycle Selector and START/Pause buttons, it will eventually "heal" itself. Today I thought it finally died for good (it is 5 years old, has done this for at least 3 years, especially if you try to use a Delicate Cycle), but after about 10 minutes of doing all the above, it started filling. I'm assuming there is a controller issue, and also assume that is a repiar that would cost enough to make me conside buying a new machine. Any suggestions are appreciated.
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