Troubleshooting Tips... Before you call for service
Problem
Short spray and
delay after pushing
the START button
Water level seems
low
Low water flow
Water siphoning out
of washer
Too many suds
Water leaks
Water temperature
seems incorrect
Water pumped
out before cycle is
complete
Water won't drain
Washer spins
and pauses at the
beginning of cycles
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Possible Causes
Lid was opened and
closed between cycle
selection and start
This is normal
Low household water
pressure
Water valve screens are
stopped up
Drain standpipe is too
low or hose too far into
standpipe
Soft water
Too much detergent
Type of detergent
Type of detergent
Using too much
detergent in washer
Fill hoses or drain hose
is improperly connected
Drain clogged
Drain hose rubs on wall
Cooler water temperatures
provide improved energy
efficiency
Water supply is turned
off or improperly
connected
Water valve screens are
stopped up
Cool/cold water when
selecting HOT
Water heater is not set
properly
Water was left in unit for
13 hours with lid closed or
12 minutes with lid open
Drain hose is kinked or
improperly connected
This is normal
This is normal. See START-UP SEQUENCE in the Safety
Instructions section.
Water may not cover the top level of the clothes. This is normal for
this high efficiency washer.
A minimum of 20 PSI pressure must be maintained at the
washers inlets while the washer is actively filling with both hot
and cold water concurrently. Consult a plumber to resolve any
household water pressure related issues.
Turn off the water source and remove the water connection hoses
from the upper back of the washer and the water faucets. Clean both
the hose screens (if so equipped) and the screens in the machine
using a brush or a toothpick. Reconnect the hoses and turn the water
back on. Check to ensure there are no leaks at the connections.
The drain hose must exceed 30" height at some point between
the washer back and the drain pipe. Use anti-siphon clip. See
the Installation Instructions.
Try less detergent.
Measure your detergent carefully. Use less soap if you have soft
water, a smaller load or a lightly soiled load.
Switch to High Efficiency detergent such as Tide PODS
liquid detergents.
Switch to High Efficiency detergent such as Tide PODS
liquid detergents.
Use less detergent. Use less soap if you have soft water, a smaller
load or a lightly soiled load.
Make sure hose connections are tight at faucets and rubber
washers are installed. Make sure end of drain hose is correctly
inserted in and secured to drain facility.
Check plumbing. You may need to call a plumber.
Make sure drain hose does not make contact with the wall.
May cause excessive wear on the hose.
New laundry detergents have been formulated to work with cooler
water temperatures without affecting wash performance.
Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on and make sure hoses
are connected to correct faucets. NOTE: Water valves are marked
"H" and "C".
Turn off the water source and remove the water connection hoses
from the upper back of the washer and the water faucets. Clean
both the hose screens (if so equipped) and the screens in the
machine using a brush or a toothpick. Reconnect the hoses and
turn the water back on. Check to ensure there are no leaks at the
connections.
This is normal. The washer senses water temperature and
optimizes for best results. Cold water is added periodically
when HOT is selected.
Make sure water heater is delivering water at 120°F–140°F
(48°C–60°C).
Previous cycle has been cancelled. Close lid, select new cycle,
and start machine.
Straighten drain hose and make sure washer is not sitting on it.
Top of drain outlet should be less than 8 ft (2.44 m) above floor.
The washer is sensing the load.
What To Do
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