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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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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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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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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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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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Replacing the heat sensor following an F-24 Error Notice.
I followed your repair video explicitly, simple fix. However, one should
be careful when disconnecting the two prong electrical connector from
the heat sensor. the two black wires can pull free easily. In that case, the
rear of the female plastic wired connector must be extracted to allow the two black wires to be "pushed" into the narrow slot which displaces the
wire insulation and allows for a good electrical connection. If a punch tool is not available a pair of needle nose pliers works. Also, observe
the orientation slots on both the male andfemale connectors - they
connect one way only! I set the washer on it's face while effecting this
repair to better see what I was doing (eyesight not as good as it used to be). Thanks for the timely support!
Parts Used:
Temperature Sensor
  • william from VIRGINIA BCH, VA
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers
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Washer wouldn’t drain and spin
First used wet vac to get water out. Unplug electrical cord. Shut off water and unhook lines. Unhook drain tube. Flip over on side. Take belt cover off. two screws.
Took photos of parts removing just for re- install. Ordered parts from part select.com. Came in Two days. The dealer was on 12 days I gave up on them. I removed actuator two easy screws and pulled off electrical connection no tool needed. Then removed pump three longer screws Than other part. Make sure to label them in a ziplock baggie. Plus I removed hose clamp with pliers slide Back on hose and pull hose off. Then remove electrical connection on pump. If it makes you feel better label each with masking tape so I know where each connection goes. Then replace pump first with new one. Make sure you push it in hard then the screws. Don’t over tighten. Plastic parts break. Hook back up hose slide clamp back over fitting end with pliers. Hook up wire connector. Next hook up actuator. Two screws wire connector and your done. Put belt guard back on. Socks can get caught under washer get in belt and cause major issue. Then you need to reconnect water lines. Make sure hot goes to hot. Cold to cold. Drain hose hook back up. Plug in power cord. Now the fun part. Run a diagnostic and then calibration. See you tube videos it’s like 3 clicks to left then two to right with selector knob. Write down the exact amount of clicks and steps. It works. Be sure to turn knob 4 times to left to clear it like a combination lock. Don’t let the noises scare you it makes all
Kinds of sounds while calibration goes on.
Parts Used:
Screw
  • Thomas from KENT, CT
  • Difficulty Level:
    Very Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, 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 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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Broke the glass on my front loader washer
I didn’t know at the time that they weren’t gonna send me glass, they sent me plastic as a replacement. However the notch didn’t line up in the door to make sure it was in the right position so because it was plastic I was able to cut the notch out with a multi tool and made it work. I’ve been doing laundry all week and there’s no problems
Parts Used:
Washer Inner Door Window
  • Michael from LINDENHURST, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    15 - 30 mins
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Replaced a worn out door bellows
I took the machine top off, then removed the control panel, removed old wire ring clamps. Removed door, removed inner clamp, water inlet tube, and bellows. Lubed up the new bellows with food grade silicone. Replaced the water inlet, inner clamp, door, outer spring clamp, reassembled the washer body and control panel and then ate a pizza.
Parts Used:
Washer Door Boot Spring Clamp
  • William from JONES, OK
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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Fault code said that the pump was pluged.
I pulled out the filter and it was not pugged so I ordered a new pump and installed it, easy to do. That took care of the fault code and it was repaired. Being who I am I took apart the old pump and found that the pump had a build up around the armature of the pump motor. I cleaned it up and reinstalled it and the old pump worked fine. Now I have a spear pump for the next it fails. Easy repair that took less than 15 minuets to fix.
Happy to deal with Parts Select they have great shipping.
Parts Used:
Drain Pump
  • Richard from MOUNTAIN HOME, AR
  • Difficulty Level:
    Really Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Nutdriver, Pliers, Socket set
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