Whirlpool Duet/Kenmore HE3 Front-Load Washer Disassembly
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- čas přidán 5. 10. 2011
- Repairing a Whirlpool Duet or Kenmore HE3 front-loading washer? This video demonstrates the proper and safe way to disassemble a washing machine and how to access parts that may need to be tested and/or replaced.
Here is a list of the most common washer problems:
Washer won't spin
Washer is making loud noise
Washer won't agitate
Washer won't drain
Washer is vibrating
Washer fills slowly
Washer leaking water
Washer won't start
Washer won't spin or agitate
Washer overflowing
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Thank you very much! All seems well now... took us two minutes to get front panel off... 30 secs to get the filter out and emptied... no weeks-long wait for a repair person and no trying to figure out who can be at home to answer the door, and no wondering how to pay for said repair person!
+d simmons We are so happy to hear this!
I would recommend using the repair help section of our website (link in the description). If you enter your model number there you'll have access to part, model, and symptom specific repair help. If you don't find an answer there, you may try a search online for a reputable repair blog or forum.
Thanks so much. Single mom here. Fixed a broke hose with caulk and a board to brace it up till it dried. Works like a new washer.
Sounds like you're on your way. If you do need more help down the line you can refer to the repair help section of our website. Good luck with your repair!
If you go to the repair help section of our website (link in the description) and put your model number in there you'll have access to part, model, and symptom specific repair help. From there you can also get to a list of parts we supply for your particular model.
Sorry about that! You can always refer to the repair help section of our website to help answer questions that did not get answered by our videos.
Your videos are awesome, well done, I don't like working on something I know nothing about.
It gives you the confidence to do the repair. Thanks, keep up the great
Videos,
For newer Duet Steam front load washers (like wfw95hedco) Take off the back panel and the pump is in the middle back there to clean out.
Nice, thanks! Well done video.
I have this exact model. Just handed to me from my parents. I'm trying to find the grey board just behind the control interface, and the and the small sensor at the top right corner. (me positioned in front of the machine controls facing me.) not the water level sensor the one beside it.
The pulley of my HE3 washing machine is still loose even though the center bolt is already tight. What could be the problem? I think the bearings are still fine, as there's still resistance whenever the tub is manually turned.
A lot of these use Torx T-20 screws almost everywhere. The alternative is a metric socket, possibly a 5.5 or 6 mm. I use a magnetized T-20 Torx driver to keep from losing the screws. Without the proper Torx driver or socket, it would be very hard to do this with other tools.
What kind of bit do you use to get that bottom panel off and does that get you to the pump to clean it out .
Got the door lock error code. I followed the order and replaced the door lock mechanism.
NOW it still sounds the same w clicks to engage lock. but doesn't ever lock so I'm getting the error code again. now what to do?
I have a whirlpool front loading washer, model WFW 92005q01. the model you have on the video looks very similar to what i have. My problem with my washer is during spin cycle, the drum or barrel starts hitting the housing of the unit. now it is getting louder! What do you think is wrong and do you have the parts for it?
My whirlpool duet washer won't agitate or spin what could be the problem
Great video, but I was looking for a way to take the soap dispenser housing out. It has a film on the interior roof that I want to clean. Suggestions?
+nat c To remove the housing you would have to take the washer top panel off and disassemble the fill valve and all the hoses for the dispenser.
I have a Whirlpool model wfe72hedwo front loading duet when it is the spin cycle it makes loud knocking noise. What could be wrong? Thanks
The door is stuck on lock and the lock light keeps flashing. Help!
Can I reach in between the inner and outer drums but disassembling the front as your video illustrated?
what about the back panel which is what I wanted to know.
Hello, thanks for the compliment about our video library. You may find helpful info in the repair manual for your model. It's available on our website. Search for #1025824 . We wish you a fast and successful repair!
Any help - I noticed a humming noise when my washer INTAKES water. Still runs though. Any ideas what it could be? Intake pump?
Thank you for your time!
#ono
How do I empty the filter on this model? My family was gifted this type of washer. So we are trying to maintain it as best as possible. Please point us in the right direction
My Kenmore HE3 front load washer is not spinning sufficiently to get water out of the clothes.
You Don't Have a video For replacing the Rear outer tub which houses the bearing? I Know The Part is costly. aprox. $375.00 plus special shipping. But Some Of Our Local Mom & Pop Stores we Provide Service For under their Own Contracts Opt To Have It repaired Rather than Replacing the entire washer. I Have Searched your Video Library for this Video. ( Nice Library by the way). But I Have Yet To Locate this Repair.
your video is great but I need to know if around the inside of that rubber boot seal is there supposed to be water sitting in it .My whirlpool duets were bought back in 2004 and I want to keep them going strong .I also cannot remove the bottom door panel .My washer and dryer are mounted on the drawer units because I have a bad back and cannot bend over and they are great to have
I had that same issue with water sitting/standing around the rubber boot after the wash ended. There are 5 little slots in the boot. Pull it back to see them. Use a tooth pick or other tool to clean out those drain holes. Once i did that... no more standing water around the boot. Easy and cheap. Add it to your monthly / quarterly maintenence checklist and you'll be good on the future. Usually too much fabric softener and hair out other debris will clog it over time.
Finally got control panel off, but think I broke one of the clips. In the video you start on the left where the detergent goes and use a flat screw driver. But on the right end, I didn't see where you pushed a clip. It just came off. Did you already loosen it, but not show it.
I have a Kenmore elite HE 4t & it has been shaking violently & recently started leaking from the bottom ... i'm thinking it's a hose of some sort but this is the 1st place i've found out how to take the front door off, so i don't really know yet. The violent shaking is definitely something else, i just haven't gotten that far yet. Any suggestions are appreciated
KayTee Thomas Hi KayTee, the best place to start is our website's free online troubelshooting and repair help. Enter the appliance's model number there for model-specific troubleshooting and repair help: www.repairclinic.com/repairhelp?TLSID=1773
Gracias me ahorrarte 3,000 pesos mexicanos,😄😄😄el desagüe estaba súper tapado.
I have an older Kenmore front loader. We live in an area that has hard water. The directional spout is not changing over. It is stuck on the rise cycle so the soap doesn't get used. I know there is a way to get to that spout to add either white vinegar out like away to get some of that lime off. Can tog tell me how to do that. Thank you
Dina B You will need to refer to your models owners manual for cycle setting details.
I have a WFW9451XW00 whirlpool duet. The buttons and dial do not appear to be working correctly. When I turn the dial...the wrong lights come on... washer will run but seems to not know which cycle...help?
greengirlrunner If the controls does seem to be working porpely than the user interface may be defective. www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Display-Board/W10283460/1552585?TLSID=1773
***** Thanks for the info! I just called a local repair company as well and they said that because all the buttons/lights are acting up, that means problem is affecting both user interface boards...so problem is either the machine control unit or a loose harness. ...that is a price difference of only diagnostic fee for harness and $260 for machine control unit...man I hope it's the harness...
greengirlrunner Thanks for sharing.
What size wrench did you use to take off the screws/ nuts on the front lower panel? Sorry if I got the terminology wrong on this! I want to clean the filter to try and resolve our issues. I hate paying service call and labor fees for something I might be able to do myself.
The screws are T15 Torx.
@@repairclinic your talking about the 3 bottom screws right?
my problem is that there is no water entering the machine, i already replaced the dispenser motor unit as it broke. I see why it broke, when i cycle the machine the dispenser unit keeps rotating and it will not stop, it is not letting any water come into the wash machine. It must be a sensor related problem
How do you unlock it
I have a Whirlpool Duet Sport WFW8300SW02 front load washer. I accidentally put "All" gel packs (he compatible) into the dispenser instead of into the barrel. Water began to spurt out the top left side of machine, so I immediately shut it off. Apparently something clogged(?), please advise if I may run the machine on some setting to clear this or do I need to disassemble and repair? Thank you, Randy
I would remove the dispenser and clean it out . When you pull it forward it stops. You will have to use a screwdriver to press down on the release tab on the top of the tray to fully remove the drawer. You can run water in the tray and make sure the water comes out the hole at the back of the tray. From there the water goes through a hose at the back of the housing and into the front of the outer tub. You can pour a little water in the housing to make sure it is flowing into the tub.
I have the similar whirlpool washer, first, we found there is some water leaking on the floor, then, I checked inside, I found the seal/bellow has some splits on it, when I put the duct tapes on it, it seems ok, but after few times, all the seal/bellow has a lot of holes, it seems erosive and broken.
I think we need to find someone to replace the seal, why this happen?
the seal become thinner and thinner and finally become splits and holes.
You can replace the seal yourself. If you enter your model number on our website www.RepairClinic.com?TLSID=1773 you should be able to find a replacement with video instructions.
I have a Whirlpool 7.5 kilo front loader and I cleaned the lint filter and when I put the washing back on, to wash another load, there was water coming out of where the lint filter goes. I felt around where the lint filter goes into and there were numerous coins that came out of there.
I have cleaned most of it, but there seems to be another coin, that is blocking the pipe. It feels like it is standing up, but I can't get it out of there.
How do I get the machine to work again?
TheKrystale If you cannot clean everything out of the pump the last resort would be to replace the pump assembly. If you take the front off you could get to the hoses that go to the pump.
What kind of tool do you use to remove bottom panel? Screwdriver does not work Thank you
The back of my whirlpool duet steam says 13 mm open end wrench but it was way too big for the screws
Our Kenmore HE2 Bottom Panel has (3) screws which take a small 6.5mm socket.
What is the white plastic hug tub thing going around the area where the clothes wash? Mines broken and I'm trying to get it fixed I just need to know what it's called 😂😂
Whirlpool Duet HT model #WFW9400SU00. How do you really remove the front control panel? We are unable to release the LED side of this. Is there another release clip somewhere on the inside? The rest of it is loose and can be easily removed. Also, what is the best fix for F70?
+J “jkperr42” Per F70 normally indicates a failure of the central control unit. www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Main-Control-Board/8183259/1266667?TLSID=1773. You remove the top to again access to this part.
I have a Whirlpool Duet Sport a sock was stuck in the door boot seal called and they charged me 100 bucks to get it out. Now its doing it again. Sounds like rubber coming out when it spins just like before. I removed the door boot seal did not see anything what other places can I look to find out if its something stuck?
m haymer You can look in the front in-between the inner tub and front cover. If you can’t find anything lift the inner tub up and down to see if there is a lot of play. If the tub moves a lot up and down the rear bearings may be bad causing the tub to hit the rubber seal in the front. You will also notice more noise in the spin cycle.
I have a Whirlpool duet, not sure of the model number, but when I press start it turns on, I never see it put in water, if it does its only a tiny bit, then will stop about ever ten minutes and never actually washes the items. I have no idea if we installed it wrong or what's going on. It's a year old, but was only used for a few months. We are the second owners the former owners took extremely great care of them.
The model should be on a sticker on the frame behind the door. We recommend that you confirm that water is actually getting to the washer sufficiently. You will need to turn off the valves. Then, unhook the hoses and put them in a bucket or laundry tub. Then, open the valves back up to see if you are getting good hot and cold water to the valve. If you are getting sufficient water supply, the water valve may be plugged up and need to be replaced. Also check the screens in the valve they may just need to be cleaned. Also make sure the unit is draining. The washer will not fill if some of the water won't drain. You can put some water in the machine and then put it in the spin cycle to see if it will drain out. If not you may have a bad drain pump or a plugged hose.
Water is drained and filter is clear. I will try to hose suggestion though. Thank yiu.
Water is leaking from the back of machine
I have a newer model with a one piece front cover. How do I remove that one?
+John Sherlock Normally, you remove the top to access front panel mounting screws. Disconnecting the boot may also expose mounting screws.
+RepairClinic.com Thanks,
I have a Whirlpool Duet Washer Model # WFW8640BW. When I went to remove the clothes the door is stuck I tried unplugging it and putting it in spin and drain one I do that the light of add garment turns on then off and then the machine makes a clicking sound once it tries to spin. I noticed there's something stuck in there between the rubber. Can you please tell me how I can oprn it without breaking the door,
tatiana tabares You should be able to remove the lower panel and reach up and pull a tab on the bottom of the door latch to release the door. This is the latch: www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Door-Lock/8183270/1419926?TLSID=1773. The tab you will need to pull down on is white and has a slotted hole in the center. If the water is not all draining out of the tub, the door will not unlatch. If this is the case, we recommend inspecting the drain pump and replacing it if necessary.
Does anyone have any information about repairing a F26 error message on a Whirlpool semi-pro front loading washer?
Ours keeps getting this fault for no apparent reason - it is an easy fix for the repair man but I could do it if I had a guide or advice to assist.
Thanks.
Bajandoug F26 = Door Switch Error. Possibly due to a bad door lock latch switch assembly. It's worth checking out.
***** Thanks. from what the local technician suggested I think the control panel needs to be reset.
i can't get the soap dispenser drawer out.
Any suggestions?
Also there is a blue wired jack one end of which was unplugged .... why?
One more question ... why aren't there any references to the W'pool semi-pro front loader washer? I can only find posts for the Duet which is not a model we get locally.
Bajandoug There should be a locking tab you depress to pull the dispenser drawer out. Some newer models have a plug that a technician can connect to a computer to run diagnostic tests, but you normally need the manufacturers software. Most likely they are the same, but certain dealers like to have a different name to make it seem like their product is unique.
I forgot to label the 2wires and 4 wires connectors of control panel and to what slot is goes> U/P,EXP/SERVICE......UD,RV or program? anybody .Thank you
+Kamoteng Kahoy The washer wiring diagram should be located on the back or in the control panel.
The machine drains but won't start a spin cycle the pump just keeps pumping. Is it the pump that's the problem? Please help
wolverine Davis You would need to start with getting your model number. You cannot troubleshoot without it. Different models have different parts and drive systems. www.repairclinic.com/RepairHelp/How-To-Fix-A-Washing-Machine/47---/Washer-won-t-spin-or-agitate?TLSID=1773
+Gwen Buckingham Overloading the washing machine can cause this issue. If that is not the case, there could be a draining problem. Enter your model number in our website's free repair help section for model-specific troubleshooting.
www.repairclinic.com/repairhelp?TLSID=1773.
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my machine is leaking. Not sure where?
Pat Mohan
The Door Lock is on, but it is not locked and I can't get the washer to start. The dial will not work either
The Duck Boyz Some models have a lower panel you can remove. If so, you can reach up under the door lock and release the lock manually. It's the tab shown in this parts picture on the right. www.repairclinic.com/PartDetail/Door-Latch/8182634/1094190?TLSID=1773
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Help me, hello my name and mauro I am from Brazil, I won from a friend one of this machine of the same model, I found the maximo in washing machine very beautiful, only that has a problem, it does not start, when I press the button it emits a Sound does not turn on the panel, just start when I turn on the switch it switches on, turn on the panel. Could you help me, thank you.
Soooo helpful. I have an he5t that I absolutely love BUT after 9 1/2 years of excellent service the electronics died. Everything else about the machine is solid and should last 20 years. My misgivings in buying it was the electronics and that sadly appears to have me over a proverbial barrel. I would love to fix it but after disassembling it I can see that the ECP (made by Flextronics (Hungary)), has a machine-assembled PCB and some of the components are so small it's unlikely anyone can manually repair it. What a terrible waste to be held hostage by electronics. It wouldn't be so bad if the replacement ECP components were affordable - they are almost as much as a new machine. $200 for the 2-part PCB for the front panel and $400 for the side ECP unit. OUCH! So much for DIY.,,,
All modern electric appliances with electronic controls are vulnerable to power line surges.
My solution was a whole house surge suppressor plus uninterruptible power supplies (with standby batteries) for all the cable connected stuff. So far, no surge related failures for the last 25 years.
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What is wrong with most of these front loading washing machines they seem to have so many problems where are they made china ?
there is no mystery, as capitalism runs on artfully titrated planned replacement.
I don’t know why these damn engineers make the washers and dryer‘s have so many damn screws and so many damn panels to disassemble it. They can’t just simplify it.
Well that was a wast of 5 minutes.