Washer symptoms
Find out how to fix your washer when it won't fill, won't drain or isn't working at all. Use the symptoms and DIY repair tips to troubleshoot any washer problem. Order repair parts for your washer using the search bar at the top of the page, then follow the steps in our top-load repair guides or front-load repair guides to install the parts and restore your washer to its top operating condition.
Symptoms common to all washers
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Main causes: water heater failure, bad water temperature switch, faulty control board, bad water valve, faulty water tem…
Main causes: leaky water inlet valve, faulty water-level pressure switch, bad electronic control board…
Main causes: lack of electrical power, wiring failure, bad power cord, electronic control board failure, bad user interf…
Main causes: broken lid switch or lid lock, bad pressure switch, broken shifter assembly, faulty control system…
Main causes: worn agitator dogs, bad clutch, broken motor coupler, shifter assembly failure, broken door lock, suspensio…
Main causes: no water supply, bad water valves, water-level pressure switch failure, control system failure, bad door lo…
Main causes: bad lid switch or door lock, bad timer or electronic control board, wiring failure, bad water inlet valve a…
Main causes: clogged drain hose, house drain clogged, bad drain pump, water-level pressure switch failure, bad control b…
Main causes: unbalanced load, loose spanner nut, worn drive block, broken shock absorber or suspension spring, debris in…
front-load washers
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Main causes: leaky water supply hoses, clogged drain system, torn door boot, cracked outer tub, overfilling…
Main causes: garments left in the washer, damaged spin basket, worn outer tub bearing, faulty drive motor, bad electroni…
Main causes: bad door lock assembly, wiring failure, bad electronic control board, drain system failure, bad water-level…
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