Raytheon Speed Queen AWM190 Service Manual page 67

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WARNING~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~-.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, explosion, serious injury or death:
• Disconnect electric power to the washer before servicing.
• Never start the washer with any guards/panels removed .
• Whenever ground wires are removed during servicing, these ground wires must be
reconnected to ensure that the washer is properly grounded.
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43. UNIT SMOKES, OVERHEATS, CYCLES ON MOTOR THERMAL PROTECTOR, SWITCH ACTUATOR
KICKS IN AND OUT
POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO CORRECT
Belt is tacky and does not allow proper slip. Check belt and replace if defective.
Belt tension is too great and does not allow
Make sure idler and helper springs are properly
proper slip.
connected .
Inoperative timer.
Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Motor switch functions inoperative.
Refer to SECTION V to check switch functions.
Bind in water pump.
Replace pump.
Brake pads binding. Free binding pads, or replace pads.
Brake, transmission , or motor have locked
Check that
all
these components are able to
move
up and will not turn .
freely. Correct binding component.
Incorrect voltage.
Contact local utility company, or have a qualified
electrician check power supply.
44. SLOW SPIN OR NO SPIN
POSSIBLE CAUSE
TO CORRECT
Inoperative timer.
Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Some model washers, timer is programmed Use a different cycle.
for SLOW spin in DELICATE CYCLE regardless
of action switch setting .
Loading door is open or door safety switch is Close loading door, or test switch and replace if
inoperative. inoperative .
Bind in water pump. Replace pump.
Loose or broken drive belt. Adjust or replace belt.
Washer has gone OUT-OF-BALANCE Open loading door to reset OUT-OF-BALANCE
LED (Light Emitting Diode) is flashing on
switch. Rearrange load in washtub.
electronic control.
Motor will not run. Refer to MOTOR TEST SECTION V to check switch
and windings.
Sheared motor pulley roll pin . Remove drive motor and appropriately replace
roll pin and any other damaged parts.
Motor overload protector has cycled. Wait two or three minutes for overload protector
to reset. If protector cycles repeatedly, refer to
paragraph 43.
No clearance or stuck brake pads.
Free sticky brake pads or replace pads.
Broken, loose, or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Inoperative transmission assembly.
Repair or replace the transmission assembly .
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