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Is there any danger in pulling a washing machine forward?
Our washing machine broke, specifically it stopped draining water. The water has been in there for a few days now and has started to smell. I researched this problem a bit and all possible solutions ...
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How do I install a washing machine when the drain is 7.5 feet high?
My washing machine drain is 7.5 feet from the floor. I plan on researching my washer and making sure it can pump that high. I want to hook it up to a 1.5 inch PVC pipe drain. The 1.5 pipe is above ...
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How can I stop high water pressure from causing leaks at the connection to my washer?
First of all, I've tried searching the questions for this but I haven't found anything that matches, but if this is a duplicate, my apologies in advance.
I've just moved into an apartment, and in ...
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What went wrong with my Washer and how do I fix it?
For about a month or more my to-loaded washer was getting more and more off balance. Then it started ticking and not spinning, then recently it stopped spinning altogether.
Everything else still ...
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How can I stop my washing machine drain from overflowing?
When my washing machine drains it sometimes comes up and out of the open pvc pipe in the service closet where the water heater would drain. I've found lots of posts where people speak of the washer ...
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What could be the cause of a washing machine hose coming loose?
Ok, I'm not a rocket scientist but this has me stumped. I have a new hot water hose for my washing machine. I replaced the O-ring on the faucet side of the the connection, tightened and went to use. ...
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How high can I stretch my washing machine drain hose?
The waste hose through which the water is removed from my washing machine is inserted into a vertical pipe extending from the floor with a U shape at its end.
The problem is that there is foam coming ...
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What is the life expectancy of a washing machine motor?
My washing machine is 6 years old. I found what I think is a good deal on a motor (about $50). I was just wondering if it would be a good investment to have a spare motor around.
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Why is there water in my washing machine barrel some time after a load?
I have a frigidaire front load washing machine, and we are finding a few inches of water in the barrel after running a load, but not right away -- it takes at least 1/2 an hour before the water ...
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Can I run a dehumidifier pump to a washer stand pipe?
I have a very humid basement, in which I run a dehumidifier often. To allow for a more constant run, I purchased a dehumidifier pump. It says to run the pump out through a window or to a sink. I ...
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Can I use a socket conversion unit to split a washing machine socket in order to add a dishwasher?
Is it ok to use a socket conversion unit to split a washing machine socket into 2, so that we can use it for a dishwasher?
The socket conversion unit is 13Amp and the switch above the kitchen worktop ...
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Why does my washing machine leak only during the spin cycle?
For the second time in a month, I found that my washing machine had flooded the kitchen floor (and part of the basement via the hole for the water line to the fridge).
The first time, I only ...
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Maytag top loading washing machine full of water at end of cycle
The machine begins to agitate but I never stick around the whole time. All I know is that at the end of the cycle it's sometimes filled with water. But most of the time it's not. This happened a ...
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What would cause a slight thumping noise in water pipes on toilet and washer?
Everyone once in a while, some of the pipes in our house make some noise, mainly only when you flush a the one toilet, or use the washer. When using the sinks, hoses, or shower, the noise is not ...
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Are washer hoses scheduled or IRAN replacements?
I caught an episode of "This Old House" a couple weeks back and it was mentioned that washing machine hoses should be replaced every couple of years. I'd never heard this and don't know of anyone ...
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Why does my washing machine shift around while operating?
My washing machine shifts around slightly during the entire washing procedure. It doesn't move that obvious that I could tell what part of the washing procedure makes it do this. However, the obvious ...
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Can I use the original drain line after I move my washing machine twenty feet away?
I currently have a washing machine and dryer in the basement and wish to move them both upstairs. I can tap into the same drain line, but it will be about 20' from the old p-trap. Should I install a ...
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How can I remove hard water build up from a washing machine?
What is the best way to remove any sediment build up from having hard water from a washing machine?
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Front loading washer leveled but acts out of balance
My front loading washing machine is acting out of balance. It's not too bad when spinning empty but if there are clothes in it, it rocks and makes loud squeaking noises. I've leveled it, front to back ...
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What could be causing the grinding noise in my washing machine?
Recently my Kenmore Series 80 washing machine has developed a grinding noise, which occurs just as the washing machine starts doing a spin out to remove the water. It last maybe 3 seconds, and then ...
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My washing machine stopped working. Should I replace, repair or call a technician? [closed]
I have a Whirlpool front-loading washing machine (not sure about the model at this moment - I'm slacking off at work right now ;P). A month ago the torque transmitting belt went off. I put it back on ...
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Why does my washer's spin cycle activate only when set to the “super” size?
I've inherited an old washer (GE WJSR2080). It works fine, except that the spin cycle only works when the washer load size is set to the higher settings. When set to the small setting, it sounds ...
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What could be causing all of my washing machine troubles?
The past few times we have tried to use the washing machine, it has given off a burning smell and has even begun to smoke a bit. Also, it doesn't appear to be draining fully in the spin cycle, so the ...
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Can I use a small propane instant hot water heater for a clothes washer?
I would like to set up a clothes washer in a location that has only cold water. (It will be in a makeshift shed of some kind, with a hose and an extension cord.)
I could just wash everything in cold ...
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Why does my Kenmore washing machine not move out of the wash cycle?
While doing laundry this weekend, it seemed like the washer was taking a very long time to get through 1 regular load. I finally went to check on it and found that it never moved from the very first ...
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Can a modern washing machine pump high enough to reach a sewer line that's 43" above the ground?
Our sewer line is 43" above the ground. Today, the washing machine drains into a washbasin, into a ejector pump and into the sewer. I'd like the washing machine to drain directly into the sewer line, ...
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How should I repair damaged enamel in a clothes washer?
We have noticed recently that when clothes are left in the washer for more than the "usual" waiting time that they sometimes pick up rust spots. On inspection of the wash tub, I found that several of ...
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How do I stretch a replacement drain hose to fit over the existing pipe?
The original drain hose needed to be replaced, but the new hose is the same size as the existing pipe. What is the trick for "stretching" the hose over the pipe before reattaching the clamps?
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How do I replace a Zanussi washing machine's front door seal?
I have a zanussi jet system 1200, model wjd1257w. It is a washing and drying machine. It leaks water, I guess at the spin cycle or perhaps before it. I searched and found out that it could be either ...
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Why does my toilet overflow during my washer's spin cycle?
Whenever I use my washer, the toilet makes a gurgling noise and then over overflows. I have to turn the washer off until the water in the toilet recedes. I have noticed this during the spin cycle. It ...
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Add a toilet to washing machine drain line
Are there any disadvantages to adding a toilet so that the toilet waste drains into the washing machine drain? We have a small home and it only has one toilet. There are four people who live here so ...
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Why does my Whirlpool washing machine's lower agitator rotate, but the auger does not?
I've got a Whirlpool washing machine that has started giving me some problems. Recently when I run a load through the wash, I can see the agitator turning, but the upper auger doesn't turn... it's as ...
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Basement shower drain backing up when washing machine runs
When running washing machine, water backs up through a nearby shower drain and makes a gurgling noise. How do I solve this problem?
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Why are my clothes hot after washing them?
My new LG frontload washer leaves my clothes HOT after each cycle. The hot water valve has been turned off and it is still leaving them hot. Any suggestions?
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Why is my washing machine so loud during the spin cycle?
I have a top loading washing machine. It is sitting on the bottom of a rack. The dryer is sitting on the top shelf of a rack. (The rack was made to stack these two units on top of each other).
During ...
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Why won't my washer spin even though it still agitates?
I have a Kenmore 80 series washer and it recently stopped spinning and agitating and I found out it was the coupler. So I changed that and it start to work again, normally. After a week or two it ...
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Identify a washing machine part - the exit port
I'm trying to identify (= find the name for) a washing machine component.
Unfortunately, I don't have this part - I gave it to my landlord who is looking for a replacement.
It's basically the exit ...
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Why is water sitting under the basket of my GE topload washer?
I have noticed that when my washer cycle is finished and I open the lid while its finishing the spin cycle I can hear water under the steel drum as if it is not drained all the way. This is driving ...
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Why won't the lower agitator on my washing machine spin?
I have a Whirlpool top load washing machine. I recently replaced the dogs on the agitator which was very easy. The top agitator works like it is supposed to, but the bottom doesn't move. It's like ...
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How can I determine the cause of a noisy spin cycle in my INDESIT washing machine?
My washing machine has suddenly started being much noisier during the spin cycle. It doesn't seem to be vibrating or knocking/banging. It's just got a much louder whine when spinning fast than it ...
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How do I make sure that a new washing machine doesn't overflow?
My house suffers from a chronic lack of planning on the part of the designer. For example: the piping to my washing machine is both too small, and angled so that the water has to run uphill. This ...
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How do I install a washing maching in my condo?
My condo has a closet design for a washing machine/dryer set up and I want to make sure everything is wired correctly
It has connections for hot and cold water on the wall. It also has two other ...
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Why does my kitchen sink smell when the washing machine is running, and what can I do about it?
I live in a flat, on the second floor. When we run the washing machine (which is connected to the kitchen sink's plumbing) it gurgles a lot and often produces a nasty smell. Why is this, and how can I ...
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What could cause my washing machine to stop before the rinse cycle?
My washing machine will get stuck right before the rinse cycle. The washing machine will be full of water. The way to "fix it" is to twist the knob right after the "rinse" line, find the sweet spot, ...
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Can someone explain this interface of frigidaire front load washing machine?
Can someone please explain this interface (the buttons, what do they do?) of front load washing machine from frigidaire?
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Why won't my washer machine motor, gearbox, or inside basket free spin
I have a Whirlpool model# LSR8233EQ0 washing machine. Not sure which one of the components in the question title are causing the issue. I've found that it could be any of them.
The machine recently ...
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Top Loading Washer Leaks from bottom of machine.. Usually Worth Repairing, or Time to Upgrade?
I have an old whirlpool top loading LA8800 (Maytag rebranding?) washer that leaks from the bottom.. is this usually a simple (and cheap) gasket type repair, or would now be a good time to get a more ...
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How can I connect a portable dishwasher to laundry hookups?
I just moved into new duplex that has a decent sized laundry room. During my move I brought my portable compact dishwasher (very similar to this one). I don't have counter-top space to position the ...
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Smoke came from my washing machine, should I repair it or not? [closed]
Surprisingly, my 10 year old Miele washing machine started to smoke from the back, while it was turned off. After 10 seconds or so I shut down the electricity in the house. Later I turned it back on ...
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Asko washing machine chip fee [closed]
Our Asko washing machine got flooded a few months ago here in Northern Bangkok. It is at a repair shop now and there we were told that to replace a chip - not sure what type of chip - we would have to ...
