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Estate TAWB600JQ Top Load Washer Questions & Answers
The washer runs fine untill
Hi from retired Englishman in SW France,
I would gently suggest as a first step that you clean the drain motor/pump lint tray/filter. So many 'faults' are caused by blocked filters and many machines will not even go to rinse or spin or release the door lock if there is any water still left inside.
Here are my complete and generic guidance notes for checking both the drain motor filter and the drain motor ;-0)
If you are unsure where the filter is, it is often behind the front lower (kick) panel (or in some machines at the rear in an awkward position!). These panels are either held on by (plasic) screws or will just pull off. Most filters are held in by a round cover/knob. Sometimes the filter will not come out with the cover and you will have to persuade it to come out to play.
REMOVE POWER AND ENSURE YOU HAVE A WATER RECEPTACLE/RAGS TO SOAK UP THE WATER WHICH IS BOUND TO POUR OUT (alternatively use a wet vac as sensibly suggested by VinnyB1234!)
It's surprising what people have found in theirs! It is always worthwhile checking it on a regular basis.
Now- whilst the filter is removed it is normally possible to see the drain motor and ensure it is not jammed by a foreign object such as a needle or a toothpick. It should be able to be turned by hand/finger- the power IS OFF!
At this point it is also possible to test if the motor works. No clothes or water in the machine, select a spin cycle and put the power back on. You should be able to see the motor turning at some point, possibly straight away. Using something suitable like a glove see if it is easy to briefly slow the motor down. If it is easy then the motor is malfunctioning.
(If these actions have not cured the problem, it could be the control board OR the main motor. Motors will show weaknesses when commanded to spin.)
If this has assisted you please consider a 4 thumbs up for the rating.
Thanks and good luck!
John C
Washer estate brand ETW4300SQ Model
If the washer fills and stops at the rinse cycle, and then
will not spin or drain, you more than likely have a defective lid switch.
If you open and close the washer lid and do not hear a “clicking” sound, the
switch has probably come loose, or has broken.
There are two mounting screws that hold the switch in place along the
washer rim. Also, inspect the lid to
ensure the small plastic piece that pushes down on the switch when the lid is
closed has not broken off. This is
called the “lid strike”. If the lid
strike is broken or missing, the lid switch will not activate. If you diagnose the problem and need to
replace the switch, you can click on the following link for advice on how to replace
it:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r397101-replacing_lid_switch
If you need further assistance, such as where to get
replacements parts, please let me know.
I hope this helps you.
NOTE: You do not need to drain the wash tub to replace the
switch. Once the switch has been
replaced, the washer should spin and drain, which will prevent you from needing
to bail water.
Hello my washing machine has
sounds like you have aproblem with the lid switch , that will keep yoor unit from spinning after the wash cycle then it goes to a rinse cycle as long as the unit cant spin it then can't rinse.
Does not progress through cycles
It sounds like a defective timer. The timer is behind the dial that you use to set the cycles. You will need to remove the screws that hold the top control panel down. Once these screws are removed the panel will flip up. Then you will be able to get to the timer. Verify that there are no loose connectors causing the problem. Also blow out the timer with compressed air to clear out any dust that might be causing a malfunction. Otherwise you may need to replace the timer.
Washer Won't Agitate
I would make sure that the washer is properly leveled, and ensure that all sensors that check if the door is closed are working properly.
How to open door
how did you get the clothes into the washing machine in the first place?
Wash Machine Drainage problem
i am a recently retired appliance engineer of 20 years,
slowing down the flow of water from any electrical washing appliances can be dangerous and will cause extensive damage to the appliance in question, at the very least it will stop half way through the cycle every time
the only way to remedy this is to rectify the drain, or at least sort out another waste water outlet
sorry
My washing machine
Check first the filters on the inlet water line (both sides).
Then, if problem still exist - check that the inlet water valve works(it is an electromagnet valve, located at the pipe's entrance to the machine)).
If it doesn't work,test that it get power. In case it get power and doesn't work, it should be replaced.
Good luck!
My Estate washer ETW4400WQ1 will only work with hot water, no cold.
Sounds like you need a water inlet valve. The solenoid on the cold part of the valve isn't letting water in. And it stops at the rinse cycle and won't advance because the rinse cycle uses the cold water side only and if it dies not fill with cold water it will not advance. That will fix your problem
The washer only fills halfway
Has it always done this or just recently? Some washers have lower rinse fills then spray the water on the clothes as it goes through its cycle.
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