Kenmore washer spins BUT not fast enough
#1
07-19-08, 07:35 PM
Kenmore washer spins BUT not fast enough
Kenmore direct drive washer spins but very weakly. I can stop the drum easily with my hand. Transmission? Probably. Anything to do short of major replacement of transmission?
Thanks, Bob Ritter.
Thanks, Bob Ritter.
#2
07-20-08, 06:00 AM
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need model # to see what machine you have but sounds like the gearcase is leaking oil up into clutch, You will need a gearcase clutch and I would replace drive coupler while tou are there. To check tilt machine back to wall and look under machine on sides of cabinet and see if there is a streak of oil. post reply so we can know what you did. Don;t know age of machine but I would recommend repair, You can get rebuilt gearcase and about a hour should fix it.
#3
07-20-08, 08:14 PM
Thanks pugsl - Mod 110.24722300 Type 111 - Kenmore 70 Series. I'll be tied up until Thur. I'll look into it then. About how much for a rebuilt gearcase? The machine seems in excellent condition, not sure the age.
#4
07-21-08, 05:20 AM
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here is a link to your machine
http://www.searspartsdirect.com/part...2300&pop=flush
look under brake,clutch and gearcase you will need 5,9,13 or if you want look under gearcase and get seal. I still would replace 5 and 13. I think they are only listing new ones you can call and find out or call a local appliance shop, Very common parts should be on the shelf. I always replace gearcase.
http://www.searspartsdirect.com/part...2300&pop=flush
look under brake,clutch and gearcase you will need 5,9,13 or if you want look under gearcase and get seal. I still would replace 5 and 13. I think they are only listing new ones you can call and find out or call a local appliance shop, Very common parts should be on the shelf. I always replace gearcase.
#5
07-24-08, 01:41 PM
I'm back. Been at the hospital with my wife, kemo.
There is definitly an oil leak. Spray on the inside of the box and even a drop or two on the bottom of the gearbox. I know it's best to replace 5 and 13 but money is really tight so can I get by with just the seal? Can oil leaked on the clutch be cleaned? Thanks, Bob Ritter
There is definitly an oil leak. Spray on the inside of the box and even a drop or two on the bottom of the gearbox. I know it's best to replace 5 and 13 but money is really tight so can I get by with just the seal? Can oil leaked on the clutch be cleaned? Thanks, Bob Ritter
#6
07-24-08, 03:58 PM
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I guess you can just replace the seal, use a good brake cleaner from auto parts store to clean clutch, It will probably work. Clutch is slipping because oil is in it.
#7
07-25-08, 11:12 AM
Thanks! I'll give it a try. This washer (and dryer) appear to be in very good shape, no rust, dings etc. and very clean. I only paid $65 for both at a garage sale, they're for my elderly sister in law. She lives alone and does very little laundry and I'm hoping that these will do her for a good long time. I'll post results when I'm finished. Thanks muchly, Bob Ritter
#8
07-27-08, 06:50 PM
Thanks pugsl - Got the seal, $6.80, put it in and walaa!! it's like new. It took a couple hours but next time it'll only take 1. The only thing that got me for a bit was the little wire ring that holds the clutch on the shaft. Fought it for an hour then made a "special tool" and snapped it in in about 5 seconds. Anyway thanks again and God bless. Bob Ritter
