Thread Number: 67187
/ Tag: Modern Automatic Washers
My LG-made Kenmore front loader's tub doesn't spin as smoothly by hand like it used to |
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Post# 899077 , Reply# 3   9/17/2016 at 07:39 (2,749 days old) by vACERATOR (Macomb, Michigan)   |   | |
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of those have a complicated step variable agitation processor. |
Post# 899084 , Reply# 4   9/17/2016 at 07:52 (2,749 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md)   |   | |
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On DD FL washers there is a sight bumpiness or resistance as you turn the tub by hand, this is the permanent magnets in the motor you feel as you turn from one to the next. This does not change as the machine ages or if it has just been run.
The usual sign of bearing is an increase in noise level when the washer is spinning at high speed [ believe me you will know it when and if it ever happens ] to test your washer run it empty on the fastest spin speed and if you can't hold a conversation near the washer as its spinning you have problems.
Most FL washers if properly used will never experience bearing failure in their lifetime. |
Post# 899101 , Reply# 5   9/17/2016 at 09:20 (2,749 days old) by brucelucenta ()   |   | |
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Whew!!! I am glad to know that! It is very encouraging! I have had older front loaders in the past that had bearing failure and that was my greatest fear. |
Post# 899166 , Reply# 7   9/17/2016 at 18:59 (2,749 days old) by Yogitunes (New Jersey)   |   | |
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that's the 'brake'.....since most of these stator motor machines have no brake, hence another reason for having a lid lock....
they are using the stator motor as a brake, to slow down, and bring to a stop quickly, and almost 'lock' in place....then the energy is released, and the tub will free spin.... |