Raytheon Speed Queen AWM190 Service Manual page 68

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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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45. CONSTANT SPIN
POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT
Inoperative timer.
Test timer and replace if inoperative.
Washtub does not stop spinning within seven Replace brake pads.
seconds after loading door is opened.
Excessive wear on brake pads , or missing
Replace brake pads.
brake pads.
Shorted or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
46. UNIT STOPS IN CYCLE; QUITS AFTER A COUPLE LOADS; IS INTERMITTENT
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.
Broken , loose , or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram.
Motor overload protector has cycled. Wait two or three minutes for overload protector to
reset. If protector cycles repeatedly, refer to
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paragraph 43 .
Motor switch functions inoperative. Refer to SECTION V to check switch functions.
Brake, transmission, or motor have locked Check that all these components are able to move
up and will not turn. freely.
47. WASHER IS LOCKED UP OR BINDING
POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT
Excessive belt tension. Adjust belts.
Bind in upper or lower bearing. Replace bearing.
Bind in water pump. Replace pump.
Bind in transmission. Repair or replace transmission.
Brake pads binding . Free binding pads, or replace pads.
Incorrect voltage. Contact local utility company, or have a qualified
electrician check power supply.
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