Kenmore HE2t Support Question
Kenmore HE2t Support Question
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Question posted by jeromehellbach on December 3rd, 2010
Washer Does Not Drain Error F21
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User Guide - Page 3
... Requirements 2-1 Installation Instructions 2-6
PRODUCT OPERATION 3-1 Features And Benefits 3-1 Washer Use 3-3 Washer Care 3-12 Troubleshooting 3-15
COMPONENT ACCESS 4-1 Component Locations 4-1 Removing ... Dispenser Motor 4-13 Removing The Door Switch Assembly And The Bellows 4-14 Removing The Drain Pump 4-17 Removing The ECO Valve 4-19 Removing The Motor Control Unit 4-20 Removing...
User Guide - Page 4
... & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1
Diagnostics 6-1 Diagnostic Guide 6-1 Failure/Error Display Codes 6-2 Diagnostic Test 6-5 Error History Display 6-6 History Overview Test Program 6-6 Manual Diagnostic Test 6-7 Manual Overview Test Program 6-7 Electronic Assemblies - Removal Or Replacement 6-8 Washer Care 6-9
Troubleshooting Guide 6-11 WIRING DIAGRAMS 7-1
Washer 7-1 Grounding System 7-2
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User Guide - Page 8
SPECIFICATIONS
Model Number Model Description
Color
Capacity (Cu.Ft. Max
Width Product Weight (approx)
WFW8300SW
WFW8500SW
WFW8500SR
Front Load Washer
Front Load Washer
Front Load Washer
White with Gray Accents
White with Gray Accents
White with Sterling Bright Accents
3.3
3.6
3.6
ATC - 2
ATC - 4
ATC - 4
No
Yes
Yes
Suds Sensor, NTC (Thermistor), Water Level ...
User Guide - Page 9
... tape
Parts supplied
If You Have Laundry tub or standpipe taller than 96" (2.4 m) Overhead sewer
Floor drain
Drain hose too short Water faucets beyond reach...optional)
Tools needed for this washer. and connector kit, Part Number 2858835
4 ft (1.2 m) drain hose extension kit, Part Number 2858863
2 longer water fill hoses: 6 ft (1.8 m) Part Number 76314 10 ft (3.0 m) Part Number 350008...
User Guide - Page 10
... cold water faucets located within 6 ft (1.8 m) of where the power cord is your washer improves performance and minimizes noise and possible washer "walk."
Some water can remain in the washer and can be considered for your responsibility. The washer can cause damage in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. See "Drain System." Proper installation is attached...
User Guide - Page 12
.... See "Tools and Parts." Additional hoses might be purchased separately. Standpipe drain system - DRAIN SYSTEM
The washer can be no higher than 17 gal. (64 L) per minute.
Laundry tub drain system (view A)
The laundry tub needs a minimum 20 gal. (76 L) capacity.
Floor drain system (view B)
The floor drain system requires a siphon break that may be needed.
30" min...
User Guide - Page 15
... from the shipping clips. Periodically inspect and replace hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are found. Cold water inlet
1. Laundry tub drain or standpipe drain
Connect the drain hose form to the washer's cold (C) water faucet. A
B
A.
Run water through both faucets and inlet hoses, into place.
2-7 Attach the hot water hose to the...
User Guide - Page 16
... the nuts are recessed, put the hooked end of the washer.
• To prevent siphoning, do not force excess drain hose into the rear of the drain hose in the laundry tub or standpipe. Hose should not move the washer out slightly before tipping back. A
B
C
4. First prop the front with a wood block and adjust the...
User Guide - Page 19
.... SUSPENSION SYSTEM
To reduce washer "walk" and "off -balance loads during spinning, it redistributes the clothes so that clothes coming out of the washer will illuminate for the best performance. This washer offers up to a high-speed spin. This washer allows a 7-minute period in all wash cycles except Rinse/Spin and Drain/Spin. You can wash...
User Guide - Page 22
... time, if not completed during the wash cycle.
The washer door will illuminate. Select the desired OPTIONS. See "Options."
6. Do not overload washer. Open the dispenser drawer and add laundry additives to produce the right amount of detergent will illuminate. To load washer
Open the washer door by selecting POWER. HE detergents are available with equal...
User Guide - Page 23
... CYCLE COMPLETE status light illuminates, the door unlocks, and the wash load can be removed from the washer. Select START. The countdown to produce the right amount of suds .... IMPORTANT: When delaying a cycle, use only powdered detergents in washer errors, longer cycle times, and reduced rinsing
performance. Do not put laundry additives directly into the wash tub. Always use . Using regular ...
User Guide - Page 24
...the manufacturer's recommended amount.
Cycles and Options can be removed from the washer. Select desired cycle.
3. To drain the washer manually
1.
Add no more than the manufacturer's recommended amount. NOTE: ...NO MORE THAN 2/3 cup (160 mL) liquid chlorine bleach to this dispenser to your load.
• Always measure liquid chlorine bleach.
NOTE: If the water level or the ...
User Guide - Page 25
...preset cycle time, WASH TEMP, SPIN SPEED, and may have this feature except Rinse/Spin and Drain/Spin. When CONTROL LOCKED is lit, all Cycles. To lock the controls
Select and hold END ...the stage of your water pressure, water temperature, detergent, and clothes load.
The indicator light for different types of the washer. Each cycle is designed for the cycle selected will illuminate. The ...
User Guide - Page 33
... illuminated or "F21" on ?
This happens during the end of normal washer operation.
Do not remove ground prong. Check the following : Are water faucets completely turned on display (Drain Problem) Select ... tightened against the washer cabinet. An error code may extend underneath both washer and dryer to cancel the cycle Unplug washer or disconnect power.
The washer must be reduced ...
User Guide - Page 34
... in the dispenser compartment. This washer has a tight seal to the washer basket. Select DRAIN/SPIN to avoid odors, see "Cleaning The Washer."
• Are you leave the door open to allow the washer to the correct compartments. The door will unlock at the end of each hose. Check household plumbing (laundry tubs, faucets, drainpipe, water...
User Guide - Page 80
...-speed spin the door unlocks after 6 minutes. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. DISPLAY
EXPLANATION AND RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE
Reference Status LEDs chart, page 6-4
LONG DRAIN If the drain time exceeds 8 minutes the water valves turn off. NOTES:
After 4 minutes the "Sd" error will be dis- Check the drain pump filter for powered rotations. 6. Replace the pump...
User Guide - Page 81
... motor speed, the machine shuts down . Check/clean drain pump filter of the drive motor. 7. Reference Status LEDs chart, page 6-4
SERIAL COMMUNICATION ERROR
The communication between the MCU and the Central Control Unit (CCU).
4. Unplug washer or disconnect power. 3.
Unplug washer or disconnect power.
3.
Unplug washer or disconnect power. 2. Check wire harness connections to...
User Guide - Page 84
... system is set to CLEAN position. Drum executes reversing movement at wash speed (30 sec). Drain pump
Motor Motor Control (MCU)
6-6
Fill by cold water inlet valve (4 liters).
Dispenser ...end of the cycle lights will flash and the error code will be Checked
Door lock system
Clean Washer Delicate
Clean Washer
Distribution system is set to MW position.
Fill by hot ...
User Guide - Page 89
...of foreign objects.
3. Unplug washer or disconnect power.
5. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 6. Drain the unit, then check that the drain hose and drain pump filter are clear of...and cold water faucets are unobstructed. Check for a Fault/Error Code on the display. 2. Check operating pressure switch. 5. Plug in washer or reconnect power. 6. Verify flowmeter operation by running a...
User Guide - Page 90
... disconnect power. 2. Verify CCU operation by running a Diagnostic Test or
any cycle. DISPLAY FLASHING
See Failure/Error Display Codes.
6-12 PROBLEM WON'T DRAIN
POSSIBLE CAUSE/TEST
NOTE: Possible Cause/Tests must be performed in washer or reconnect power.
6. Check that the inlet hoses are clear
of foreign objects. 6. MACHINE VIBRATES
1. INCORRECT WATER TEMPERATURE...
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