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Posted on Feb 12, 2011

I have a ALW780QAW (top load washer 2001) which has been making a high pitched sound in the last few weeks during the spin. I knew I should get it looked at, but didn't. Today I was running a load and it began to smoke. So I turned it off and unplugged it. Nothing appeared to be hot on the outside. From reading I assume it is the spin belt and idler pulley wheel. If this is the case, how do I get to this area to fix it? Do I remove the back or the agitator and is easily accessible? I would rather fix it myself for $30 rather than call someone. Thanks!

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 31, 2007

SOURCE: Amana Top Load Washer model# LW3502W

Sounds like the water seal is damaged and the leaking water has damaged the top bearing which is just below the water seal. You will need to have the hub & seal kit replaced.

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Ron Coons

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  • Posted on Jan 26, 2009

SOURCE: Loud noise during spin cycle and agitator won't rotate

the machine is nknown to have bad main seals, in turn leading to the corrosion of the spin bearing, in which case makes it sound as if a helicopter is landing in your laundry room

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Aug 24, 2009

SOURCE: Replaced broken washer belt, but drum still won't spin.

you may have a bad bearing in a pulley,could be motor coupling. Take belt off and spin motor shaft and pulley both ways if it's free, then its more than likely not the motor. Now spin the drum with belt off and see if it does the same as with the belt on if it does it has to be a bad bearing or coupling to the drum. hope this helps

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Kelly

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  • Posted on Jan 16, 2010

SOURCE: Washer fills, cycles, drains, but

Noting that you verified the belt is in place and that the motor turns freely.. If the unit fills and drains but does not spin or agitate there are only 3 things that can cause the problem

1. The lid switch
2. The timer
3. Wiring

The most common failure the lid switch itself
Item 388 this link
http://www.appliancepartspros.com/partsearch/frame_diagram.aspx?diagram_id=25484225&pkw_=basket&model_id=5217498&NewWindow=1

You should hear and audible click as you just open or close the lid, No click = no wash or spin but will fill and drain. You can try actuating the switch yourself to see if it will spin. If you need more help repost here and will go from there.

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