Clothes Washer

Description A washing machine is designed to clean laundry. This device uses water as the primary cleaning solution. All washing machines work by using mechanical and thermal energy in combination with chemical action. Mechanical energy is conveyed to the load by the rotation of the agitator in top loading washers, or by the tumbling action of the drum in front loading washers and the thermal energy comes from the temperature of water used in the cleaning cycle.

Maintenance Checklist

• To clean, fill the machine with warm water and pour in a gallon of distilled vinegar. Run the cycle and the vinegar will clean the       hoses and decrease soap scum.
• Inspect both of the water supply hoses for cracks and deterioration.
• Be sure to use the correct amount of detergent for the machine.
• Be sure the device is level.
• Do not overload the washing machine, it could cause flooding and/or an incomplete wash cycle.

Troubleshooting - Clothes Washer

Problem	Potential Cause	Potential Solution
The unit will not power on.	The outlet is not receiving power.	Be sure it is plugged in properly and reset breaker if necessary.
	Tripped safety switch.	Allocate the laundry evenly within the machine and be sure the lid isclosed properly.
	The inlet valve is closed.	Open the valve.
The machine does not fill up with water.	Little to no water supply.	Check if the water valve is turned on.
	Filters are clogged.	Clean the hose filters.
	Tangle in the water hoses.	Detangle the hoses.
	The timer is not set.	Slightly turn the timer to ensure the buttons are set correctly.
	The timer control button is not pushed in all of the way.	Push in the button all the way.

Troubleshooting - Clothes Washer

Problem	Potential Cause	Potential Solution
Water fills in the unit but the cycle does not run.	Safety switch on the lid is tripped.	Firmly attached lid and close.
	Overload of laundry in tub.	Take out the laundry and reset the cycle.
	Defective timer.	Replace the timer.
The motor runs but the unit is not spinning.	Broken or loose drive belt.	Replace or tighten belt.
The water in unit is not hot.	Water heater temperature is set low.	Adjust the thermostat on the water heater to an appropriate setting.
	The water hoses are incorrectly connected.	Reconnect the hoses to the appropriate sides.
	Defect in timer or mixing valve.	Replace the valve or timer
The water is constantly running.	The overflow switch hose is disconnected.	Replace the water hose.
.	The overflow switch, timer or valve is defective.	Replace the switch, timer or valve.
Water leaking from unit.	Loose hose connection.	Tighten the connection.
	Defective mixing valve, gasket, hoses, or overflow switch.	Replace the part(s).
	The unit is not level.	Level the machine.
The unit shakes during cycle.	The hose connection is loose or defective.	Tighten or replace the connection.
The unit is not draining.	Tangle in drain hose.	Untangle the hose.
	The drain hose is positioned too high.	Position the drain hose properly, but no higher than 4 feet above floor.