Whirlpool Belt Drive Top Loading Washer Troubleshooting Common Washer Problems
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Troubleshooting Common Whirlpool Belt Drive Washer Problems
There have been a few common problems that have made themselves known on this washer style…
Washer drive pulley problems:
In most cases the washer will basically work normally except for a horrible noise when the washer is washing or spinning. The washer's drive pulley can become loose and slip down causing a loud, fast ticking sound whenever the motor is running. In extreme cases the washer's belt and/or motor pulley can be damaged as a result. If you catch it early, simply add some thread lock onto the pulley nut and tighten it back on.
A loose pulley sounds something like this...
Sound Description: Fast agitation function, slow agitation function, then spin function
Washer actuator and tub sensor problems:
This washer problem usually will show up in the form of a fault code like F7E1, F7E5, or F7E7. and the washer will not start or run properly.
Washer lid lock problems:
The lid latch has been a sore spot on this washer type. Most often washer lid latch problems result in the washer not starting or a fault code such as F5E1, F5E2, or F5E3. The washer's lid strike attached to the lid can also swell with rust and not properly operate the lock.
Washer Gearcase problems:
Not as common as some other washer issues, but much more costly is a bad center bearing. Loud, even, grinding with tub movement are commonly caused by a bad bearing that is inside the gearcase. It is not a terribly difficult repair but the part required is costly. If you are experiencing a noise like I described always check for a loose drive pulley before assuming its the gearcase causing the noise.
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