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Washer not draining and door locked .. Loud buzzing
First, the repair manual is under the top cover. From the manual, I found that my problem E1 F0 (I think) was one of two possible issues, the drain pump or level switch. I bought both parts and replaced them and the issue is no more. The repair went very easy. You remove the rear cover and top. The pump is located in the bottom bay of the machine. The only issue I had was that the machine had the drawer unit, which blocked the access panel under the machine and made installation and removal a little more difficult. The best way is to tilt the machine forward to reach the bolts, a small ratchet set works nicely. The level switch is on the right side, toward the rear. This part slides out, and the wires are keyed, so they only go in one way.
Parts Used:
Drain Pump Water Level Switch
  • Richard from MILLTOWN, NJ
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Socket set
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Leaking water inlet hoses.
Removed the old hoses and screwed on the new hoses.
Parts Used:
Inlet Hose - 5 FT
  • Helen from NASHUA, NH
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
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lock door not holding
replace the door lock with the parts i ordered
Parts Used:
LOCK, DOOR
  • Bonifacio Vela from Los Angeles, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Pins broken off hinge
So I was unable to get my model number so I took the hinge off the washer and was able to order the part. Before removing the hinge I used a marker and marked the hinge location on the washer. Once I got the part I removed the T15 screws on the inside part of the door and separate the pieces. I was able to remove the white tube for all 4 of the pins and put them on the hinge. I installed the hinge an then i put the front door pieces back together again while it was laying on the floor. I though I put it in wrong but I was correct. Once i had the hinge on the door and the door reassembled, I was able to attached the hinge to the washer. The hinge comes off the washer by pushing up on it and to reinstall you push down. I tighten the 4 T25 screws using the marks on the washer and the door is alligned correctly. I am able to close the washer door with one finger instead of my whole hand.
Parts Used:
Hinge
  • Patrick from ROCHESTER, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
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Washer failed to drain
Removed the back panel removed the drain pump installed new one
Parts Used:
Drain Pump
  • David from VINE GROVE, KY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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Water not completely draining from washer
Disconnect electrical plug. Remove rear panel from washer. Remove drain hose. Open filter on pump unit to drain water from washer ( use a catch pan to catch water) remove drain hose from drain pump unit. Remove electrical connector. Remove 4 mounting bolts. Remove drain pump assembly. Install new pump in reverse order. Once washer is assembled. Pour about a quart of washer into the drum so as not to run the drain pump dry. Enjoy your repaired washer
Parts Used:
Drain Pump
  • David from WICHITA FALLS, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Washer won’t drain
Took sometime to figure out the problem. A little difficult to replace part partly due to the drain pump with filter’s location in the washer. Mine is on its lower right rear. It’s reachable and yet difficult. Good luck!
Parts Used:
Drain Pump
  • Hetty from ALAMEDA, CA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers
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Kept getting drain error codes- drain pump was loud
An easy job- hardest part was moving the machine away from the wall - ours is stacked with dryer on top.

Once we pulled it away from the wall:
1) remove back cover with a screwdriver (I used a driver to make this easier)
2) unclamp the drain hose from drain pump and drain excess water into a shallow pan
3) unplug the electrical connection from drain pump
4) use a wrench to remove the 4 hex screws holding the drain pump to the drum
5) pull down the drain pump from drum
6) repeat above in reverse to install new pump
Parts Used:
Drain Pump
  • Louis from WILTON, CT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Wrench set
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It took two of us to hold the ring and slide it on around the opening with the assistance of screwdrivers the spring was very tight
Two people to screwdrivers, stretching the spring out and around and that’s the last part to go on
Parts Used:
Boot Seal Retaining Ring
  • Terry from JUPITER, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Se rompió la bisagra
Desarme la puerta y coloque la nueva con mucha facilidad, nunca reparé un electrodoméstico antes de este, seguí el diagrama que encontré en el sitio para elegir la pieza que se rompio
Parts Used:
Hinge
  • Isaac from SAN ANTONIO, TX
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers
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Dropped Dispenser Drawer
Unsnapped the broken assembly and then proceeded to snap the new assembly pieces in place. VERY EASY! Even for a 74 year old woman ??
Parts Used:
Dispenser Drawer Assembly
  • Palma from CLERMONT, FL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
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The tub would fill with water from the detergent/softener/bleach dispenser
The repair was easier than the troubleshooting. Figured out the hot or cold water supply valve was failing which allowed water to enter the tub via the dispenser leaving several inches of water on clean clothes or the empty cylinder.

To replace the valve you need to first shut off the hot/cold water supply and remove the hoses. (I took this time to replace the several year old hot & cold water supply rubber hoses with metal braided hoses. I also took a wire brush to the threads of the copper spigot removing any built up corrosion or gunk.) Next you need to remove the 3 1/4" sheet metal screws which secure the top panel of the washing machine. I always take a few pictures of the old part, hose, and connectors just to make sure I replace them in the same locations.

After removing the cover you can use clamp removal/installation pliers, vice grips, or a similar tool to remove the clamps for the hot and cold water to the detergent/bleach/softener dispenser.

Then, remove the electrical connectors on the valve and if you want label them with their locations on the left or right facing the rear of the washer if you want but they are pretty much self-explanatory. They have little retention clips which need to be disengaged in order to be removed from the valve assembly.

Next, remove the hoses and then the three sheet metal screws attaching the valve to back panel of the washer. Install the new valve assembly and then attach the hot and cold water hoses using the clamps to the detergent/bleach/softener dispensers. Then, attach the electrical connectors to the new valve and listen for the clip to engage and gently pull back on the connector (not the wires) to ensure they are properly attached to the valve.

Reconnect the hot & cold water supply hoses from the building pipes and turn-on both spigots or ball valves. Check for leaks and then plug in the washing machine and run a load to test the normal operation. I would leave one piece of dry clothing in the tub after running a load and leave it for a few hours to ensure the new valve is working as advertised.

If there are no further leaks, you are done! Way to go!
Parts Used:
VALVE
  • Jay from SAINT PAUL, MN
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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washing maching leaking when not running
remove power to machine
disco the water lines

removed the back of the washer then removed the top.

remove leaking water valve by removing the hoses then removing the valve assembly.

replaced with new,checked for leaks

reassembled washer
Parts Used:
VALVE
  • Tony from SMITHTOWN, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers
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The washer level switch broke
I am still waiting for the correct part to arrive, I was sent a part but it was the wrong part, the wrong part number and it was nothing that would work on a washing machine. I think someone else ended up with my part and I got theirs.
Parts Used:
Water Level Switch
  • Paul from CATONSVILLE, MD
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
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F9 E1 error drain pump too long, filter was clear so pump failure
Disconnect water lines and drain lines, unplug unit.
Remove top panel of washer to access the door release, one open remove any clothes and use the shop vac to capture water from the drum. Close the door after sucking up water.
Move washer to access back panel and remove 1/4 screws.
Lay washer on its side and disconnect the power supply to the pump.
Remove the 4 bolts hold the pump to the unit. While removing the pump, use the shop vac to catch any remaining water in the washer.
After old pump is removed place new pump in unit and attach bolts to secure the pump to the washer. Connect the electrical plug to the pump.
Place the unit in the upright position and put the back panel back on the washer.
Place the top panel back on the washer.
Reconnect water lines and turn the water on.
Connect drain line and plug unit in. Once unit is back in position. Turn on unit and wash as normal.
Parts Used:
Drain Pump
  • Richard from WEST CHESTER, PA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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