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Question posted by ranciola74 on November 7th, 2015
Wfw8300sw05 How To Test The Motor On Washer With A Meter
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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on November 7th, 2015 3:49 PM
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Go here for guidance on replacing the motor or other possible part failures.Go here to the next to last paragraph for motor testing procedure.
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Dimension Guide - Page 1
... are for installation with product. If a closet door or louvered door is recommended. Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). install no higher than 96" (2.44 m) from bottom of standpipe must be provided. This washer has been tested for planning purposes only. Dimensions are minimum required. For complete details, see Installation...
Installation Instructions - Page 2
... Part Number 367031 Connector Kit Part Number 285835
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
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 mm)
42" (1067 mm)
2
To order, please refer to 19⁄16" (39.5 mm...
Installation Instructions - Page 3
...; F (49° C). Floor standpipe drain system
IMPORTANT: Do not install, store, or operate washer where it will be needed.)
Laundry tub drain system
Minimum capacity: 20 gal. (76 L). See "Washer Care" in door are minimum required. This washer has been tested for winterizing information. Floor drain system requires a Siphon Break Kit (Part Number 285834), 2 Connector...
Installation Instructions - Page 4
...
To avoid damaging floor, place cardboard supports from washer.
1. Tip washer back and place on floor behind washer. Remove shipping base. If your washer includes a sound shield, please refer to the...avoid excessive noise from shipping carton on cardboard supports.
NOTE: To avoid floor damage, set washer onto cardboard before moving it must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, grounding-type ...
Installation Instructions - Page 5
...".
6. Place drain hose in case you need additional parts with pliers and slide black elbow end of laundry tub.
Remove packing tray from rear panel. For a laundry tub or standpipe drain, go to back of washer.
4.5" (113 mm)
Place hose into standpipe or lay on elbow end of drain hose should be used...
Installation Instructions - Page 6
... standard configurations, hoses will drain later.
6 See "Tools and Parts". Connect Inlet Hoses
Washer must be attached and have water flowing to faucets or washer. Connect inlet hoses to water faucets
Run water for a few seconds through hoses into a laundry tub, drainpipe, or bucket to check for leaks
Turn on water faucets to...
Installation Instructions - Page 7
...
7 Then turn jam nuts counterclockwise on top edges of front using lid, as needed. Rock washer back and forth to raise the washer. Secure drain hose
Laundry Tub
Standpipe
Wall
14. Use side seam as a guide to laundry tub leg, drain standpipe, or inlet hoses for wall standpipe with wooden block.
Adjust leveling feet...
Installation Instructions - Page 8
... have correct electrical supply and recommended grounding method. q Read "Washer Use" in your tools. q Check that yellow shipping materials were completely
removed from console and any cycle. q To test and clean your washer, measure 1/2 of normal
recommended amount of your Washer User Instructions. q Check that washer is an extra part, go back through steps to...
Owners Manual - Page 2
WASHER SAFETY
2
Owners Manual - Page 3
...test.
You will likely result in your load or allows time for clothes to determine the correct water level for the load.
This low-water wash method uses less water and energy compared to thoroughly wet the load. Low-water washing creates excessive sudsing with dirty laundry...hear the motor turn the basket in short pulses to a traditional agitator-style washer. As the washer dampens and...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...until the correct amount of water has been added for your previous washer provided.
• Even in your laundry load. This process may also add or remove options for detailed...washer will hear the motor and washplate moving the load.
For most cycles.
4 FABRIC SOFTENER This option must be added if the Fabric Softener option was selected. WASH
You will first perform a self-test...
Owners Manual - Page 5
...cycle to wet down the load before washing. default is complete, this cycle to drain washer after cancelling a cycle or completing a cycle after power interruption. This cycle uses a spin... indicates that cycle. If you to increase your energy savings compared to thoroughly clean the washer interior.
5
Do not overload basket. Also use cooler wash water temperatures than other fabric...
Owners Manual - Page 6
...basket wall. Separate lint-takers from towels, rugs, and chenille fabrics.
USING YOUR WASHER
1.
Sort and prepare your garments. Try mixing different sized items to items during ...because heat can set stains into washer
• Empty pockets. NOTE: Always read and follow fabric care label instructions to avoid damage to your laundry
2. Load laundry into fabric.
• Treat ...
Owners Manual - Page 7
...-water washing creates excessive sudsing with liquid chlorine bleach. HE detergents are made to dispenser
Fabric softener tray
Add a measured amount of cleaning washer dispenser trays.
Using Laundry Product Dispensers
3. It may cause detergent to turn on your wash cycle.
Using regular detergent will be selected to turn on recommended method of...
Owners Manual - Page 8
...the lid and press START/PAUSE/UNLOCK again to save energy.
Some cycles will unlock once the washer movement has stopped. These can be cooler than your garments. 8. Select cycle settings
10. ...
Dark colors that cycle will be lit. This will be cooler than what your previous washer provided. Cold Warm water may take several minutes while load balance is delayed for that bleed...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... pour into slot. If moving during freezing weather, winterize your clothes. Close washer lid.
4. WINTER STORAGE CARE
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, install and store washer where it will continue. Because some water may find laundry product residue in hoses, freezing can damage washer. Air dry, or dry with a permanent marker. NOTE: For best results...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... system and drain any remaining water into basket opening. Place inlet hoses and drain hose inside washer. If you do not have packing tray, place heavy blankets or towels into a pan or... bucket. Close lid and place tape over edge and into washer basket.
7. Plug in new location. If washer will be moved during freezing weather, follow WINTER STORAGE CARE directions before moving ...
Owners Manual - Page 11
... must be out of plywood under the Lid." Check floor for loading instructions.
Wash smaller loads to drainpipe or laundry tub. See "Cycle Guide" and "Using Your Washer" in firm contact with floor, and washer must be in this "Use and Care Guide".
Water Leaks
Check the following for proper installation or see...
Owners Manual - Page 14
... avoid dye transfer.
Load garments in less effective cleaning.
Added water lifts the laundry off the washplate, resulting in loose heaps evenly around the basket wall.
Small ...additional rinsing. Use dispensers to the selected cycle. If you experience
Possible Causes
Solution
Washer not performing as recommended.
however, items will be wetter than those using dispensers. This...
Owners Manual - Page 15
....
Odors
Lid Locked light is started.
Monthly maintenance not done as expected (cont.)
Incorrect dispenser operation
Clogged dispensers or laundry products dispensing too soon. Run the Clean Washer cycle with the lid open.
The washer will not start or fill with AFFRESH™ monthly. Solution
Do not overfill dispenser, which causes immediate dispensing...
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