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Anonymous Posted on Aug 27, 2009

Leaking from the lower right hand side during rinse cycle.

During the rinse cycle, the washing machine leaks at the hinge on the right hand side.

I have checked:
Float switch
Water valve
Drain

When I open the door during the rinse cycle the water is at the proper level.
The door is damp outside the seal; leading me to believe, I have a slight leak.

Everything else is working properly and the seal 'appears' to be in good condition.

Could it be the alignment of the door, or latch; or should I just replace the seal?

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I had the problem with dribbles of water from the right side lower edge of the door, causing puddles across the floor.
Found there was a RECALL on MDB6000AWW models. The door inside panel was replaced by the dealer for free. No more puddles.

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When the door is full open, is it parallel to the floor? (use a tape measure) they may be bent . does the door hit the cabinet on the right side? center in cut out. Are the hinges seated properly in their hooks?

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