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TOPIC
POSSIBLE CAUSE
WATER
Wash Load Too
Overloaded wash tub.
Wet After Spin
Unbalanced load.
Kinked drain hose.
Water Enters Slowly or
Inadequate main water supply.
Does Not Enter Washer
Water supply faucets partly closed.
Water being used elsewhere in house.
Clogged water inlet filters.
Kinked water inlet hoses.
Incorrect water level selection.
Water Level Does Not
Cover Clothes
Overloaded wash tub.
Warm or Hot Water Not
Water heater temperature set too low; water heater too far from
Hot Enough
washer.
Hot water being used elsewhere in house.
Water Drains Slowly or
Drain hose kinked or clogged.
Does Not Drain
Loose fill hose connections.
Water Leaks
Clogged drain pipes.
Oversudsing.
Incorrect Wash and Rinse
Hot and cold water hoses connected to wrong supply faucets.
Temperatures
Water Enters Washer, but
Incorrect standpipe height for drain hose.
Tub Does Not Fill
SOLUTION
Do not overload washer.
Rearrange load to allow proper spin.
Straighten drain hose.
Check water pressure at another faucet in house. Wait for water
supply and pressure to increase.
Fully open hot and cold water supply faucets.
Water pressure must be at least 20 psi (138 kPa). Avoid running
water elsewhere when washer is filling.
Disconnect water fill hoses from faucet. Clean and reposition
screen filters. Reconnect water fill hoses.
Straighten hoses.
Select higher water level.
Do not overload washer. Largest dry load level should not be high-
er than bottom of fabric softener dispenser or top of agitator.
You may need to raise the temperature on your water heater.
Check your water heater manufacturer's recommendations, as
well as local codes for assistance.
Avoid using hot water elsewhere before or during washer use, or
there may not be enough hot water for proper cleaning. If problem
continues, enlarge capacity of hot water system, or use for only
one application at a time.
Clean and straighten drain hose.
Check and tighten all hose/faucet connections. Install rubber seal-
ing washers provided.
Unclog drain pipes. Call plumber if necessary.
Use less detergent.
Check hose connections. Connect hot water hose to hot water
faucet; connect cold water hose to cold water faucet.
Recommended standpipe height is 36" (91.44 cm); for low stand-
pipes, install Siphon Break Kit. See Installation Instructions for
details.
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