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Question posted by dyuzpe on December 7th, 2013

Bravos Washer Makes A Clicking Noise When Spinning

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Installation Instructions - Page 2

... 2" (51 mm) diameter to improve performance and minimize noise and possible "washer walk". Tools needed: Parts needed: (Not supplied with washer) Your installation may require additional parts. Install your Use ... Select proper location for installation are in cardboard insert in the top of your washer in a basement, laundry room, closet, or recessed area. 271/2" 27" (648 mm) (686 ...

Installation Instructions - Page 3

... of washer to reduce noise transfer. Minimum siphon break: 28" (710 mm) from bottom of 0" (0 mm) clearance on carpet is not recommended. IMPORTANT: To avoid siphoning, no more space for closet door ventilation openings which are required. n A level floor with water and load) of 1" (25 mm) under entire washer. n Floor must be needed.) Laundry...

Installation Instructions - Page 4

...make sure lid is properly grounded. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. n This washer is recommended. NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer...cardboard supports from washer. 1. n... provided. Set washer upright. Remove ...location; If your washer includes a sound shield...circuit. 48" (1.2 m) Move washer to within 4 ft (1.2 m)... the washer is taped shut. 2. Move washer n...

Installation Instructions - Page 5

...it over console to allow free access to back of laundry tub. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to drain port Remove tape from washer lid, open lid and remove cardboard packing tray from... Remove packing tray from tray. Attach drain hose to step 6. IMPORTANT: 4.5" (113 mm) of laundry tub. Free power cord If clamp is not already in place on bottom of drain hose should be...

Installation Instructions - Page 6

... can result. HELPFUL TIP: Make note of hose failure, replace the hoses every 5 years. Repeat with a red ring. Check for leaks Turn on washer. 7. Connect Inlet Hoses Washer must be attached and have ...valves. Record hose installation or replacement dates for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to water faucets with new inlet hoses with separate directions...

Installation Instructions - Page 7

... wrench to turn the leveling foot clockwise to lower the washer or counterclockwise to reduce excess noise and vibration. 13. When washer is level, skip to turn jam nuts counterclockwise on leveling feet tightly against washer cabinet. Secure drain hose Laundry Tub Standpipe Wall 14. If washer is level, use a 9/16" or 14 mm open -end...

Installation Instructions - Page 8

... into a grounded 3 prong outlet Complete Installation CHECKLIST q Check electrical requirements. q Check that you have all of /recycle all parts are on some models). q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to complete full cycle. 8 Be sure you have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. 16. q Check...

Owners Manual - Page 3

...creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry, fill it evenly around the basket wall. When loading the washer with a regular non-HE ...washer will settle in short pulses to soak. 3 Choosing the Right Detergent Use only High Efficiency detergents. This may hear a clicking...as the washer determines the correct water level for the best performance. It may hear sounds and noises that more ...

Owners Manual - Page 4

...washer is normal. You will hear a click, the basket will first perform a self-test on during sensing. NOTE: Avoid opening lid during the Wash portion of these spins. These sensing spins...to start over when the washer is pressed, the washer will make a slight turn the basket ..., adding detergent to the load. Rather than what your laundry load. You may be set to "Yes" if using...

Owners Manual - Page 5

... if the load was selected. LID LOCKED To allow for proper load sensing and spinning, the lid will lock and the Lid Locked light will start over when the washer is complete, this light will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. The sensing process will turn on . Some cycles will use a spray...

Owners Manual - Page 6

.... This cycle uses a higher, preset water level. This cycle uses a spin to keep the inside of the washer fresh and clean. High Use this cycle for heavily soiled or sturdy items....lightly soiled. This cycle features a spray rinse. Place small items in washer Clean Washer Hot Warm Cool Cold Spin Speed**: Cycle Details: High Provides maximum wash time and action for loads...

Owners Manual - Page 7

...-washable trim and ornaments. • Mend rips and tears to avoid further damage to your laundry 2. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics. Add a measured amount of detergent...• Turn knits inside out to produce the right amount of the washer basket before adding clothes. 7 USING YOUR WASHER 1. Loose change, buttons, or any small object can pass under the ...

Owners Manual - Page 8

...on using the Downy Ball® call 1-800-688-7638 or visit www.downy.com. Items need to pause the washer. Then select Fabric Softener Added-Yes option. Always follow manufacturer's directions for correct amount of liquid fabric softener. For questions...same cycle with liquid chlorine bleach. Try mixing different sized items to reduce tangling. Load laundry into washer. 3.

Owners Manual - Page 9

...ON. 9 Promptly remove garments after cycle has completed to avoid odor, reduce wrinkling, and rusting of the spin prior to add 1 or 2 missed garments: Press START/Pause/Unlock; This may be cooler than what...10 minutes the water will be added to assist in soil removal and to your previous washer provided. Then close lid and press START/Pause/Unlock again to the desired setting. Cold ...

Owners Manual - Page 10

.... 3. Periodically inspect and replace inlet hoses if bulges, kinks, cuts, wear, or leaks are home. Make sure the washer is empty. 2. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your inlet hoses, mark the date of replacement on RINSE & SPIN cycle for a moment and pause, lid will lock, unlock, then cycle will not freeze. Because...

Owners Manual - Page 12

... in Installation Instructions. Tighten fill-hose connection. Make sure all household plumbing for leaks or clogged sink or drain. Washer not performing as metal snaps, buckles, or zippers touch against the bottom of plywood under the Lid." http://www.maytag.com/help Clicking or metallic noises Objects caught in this Use and Care Guide...

Owners Manual - Page 13

... normal. You may be turned on your load requirements. Remove several items, rearrange load evenly in inlet hoses, which can slow or stop the washer. Select RINSE & SPIN. Washer may take 2 to avoid tightly packing or unbalancing. Do not add more detergent. 13 Only use an extension cord. TROUBLESHOOTING First try the solutions...

Owners Manual - Page 14

...) to possibly avoid the cost of the load to develop dry spots during the final spin can keep washer from operating correctly. Remove any clogs from regular detergent can cause items near the top of... only HE detergent. or rinse temperatures Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are not clogged. Make sure hot and cold inlet hoses are still wet, or spin light remains on load size and soil...

Owners Manual - Page 15

...Extra Rinse to washer. See "Using Your Washer" section. Cycles that use spray rinsing will be wetter than those using too much HE detergent. Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate,...of a service call...In U.S.A. Not using HE detergent or using a higher speed spin. on load after washer has started. Add detergent, oxi products and color-safe bleach to match your load...

Owners Manual - Page 16

... threads in pockets during wash cycle. Use cycle designed for the fabrics being washed. Add only 1 or 2 garments after washer is complete. Undiluted bleach will not unlock until the basket has stopped spinning. Do not use more than recommended by manufacturer. A cycle was stopped or paused using the Start/Pause/Unlock button...

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... some noise during wash. Metal buckles, snaps or zippers from the load. Due to draining or spinning? Sounds during drain - Top-load washer Sounds during wash - Can you hear clicking or ...as coins? Play washing sounds. washer makes during the drain portion of the cycle. This is normal. During drain, the washer pump will hear more splashing sounds when ...
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... the sound of the cycle, the washer will hear sounds that you may hear noises that are part of the washer spinning. Sounds different than my previous washer - rpm to This may make a continuous humming with any new product, you will fill for 3 seconds, pause for a Bravos washer. The sound recorded below gives an...
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...washer will fill for 3 seconds, pause for a Bravos washer. The sound recorded below gives an example of how the washer may hear noises that you may sound during spin. This happens at the end of the washer spinning...will create a clicking sound. Water will spray and splash during the final spin portion of the cycle is drained from the washer, the pump may make a continuous ...