11021292011 Kenmore Washer - Instructions
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Agitator wasn't turning
After reading on line how others did it, it was simple. I lifted out the softener dispenser. Under that there was a plastic cap. You just lift it out - theres no fasteners holding it. It just fits snugly in place by means of an o-ring. Under that there is one bolt holding the agitator to the spindle. Loosen that and remove the whole agitator. The agitator then comes apart in the middle. Just pull the two halves apart. The only tool you will need is one socket with a long extention and a ratchet. Once apart you will see the 4 plastic cogs that spin the agitator. The teeth were worn off of mine. I simply replaced the four cogs that come as a set. None of the other parts were worn to the point of needing replacement. I now have a fully functioning washing machine that was repaired for less than thirteen dollars!
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Walter from Brandon, MS
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Socket set
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Washer would not agitate or spin and took over 2 hours to go through all cycles.
Started by replacing the lid latch assembly but this did not fix the problem. Parts Select representative suggested replacing the drive pulley clutch assembly. I order this and a new shift actuator. Had difficulty installing the new black shift actuator as it has a different electrical connection location from the original red part. The plug on the existing wiring harness would not reach the socket on the new black shift actuator. I had to remove the socket from the new black actuator casing so the plug would reach the socket. Washer is now working.
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Danny from HARRISBURG, PA
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Difficulty Level:A Bit Difficult
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
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Shakes and moves | Noisy
Followed video on your web site, and used that for ways to fix, good directions. If I was more organized it prob would of taken about an hour or less
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Philip from BURIEN, WA
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:1- 2 hours
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Tools:Nutdriver, Screw drivers
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washer would not agitate
removed the agitator and melted the retaining clips to loosen the retainer cover for the cogs. went simple after that.
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jason from Barnesville, OH
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Socket set
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Agitator was skipping and seemed lose.
Removed agitator according to instructions, although upper and lower agitator did not want to separate. I used a steel rod and hammer to separate them by hitting lower agitator where bolt goes through. After removing and replacing old cogs, cog holder had to be tipped upside down to insert in agitator. I used a small dap of toothpaste to hold retainer in place while I inserted it in agitator. Works great now.
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John from WHITE BEAR LK, MN
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Wrench set
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Taking the adjetator apart.
I went on line to find out how take the adjetator apart. You just stand on the adjetator and pull the top off. Very simple. Once that wss apart I cleaned the dog area of dirt and old pieces. Install new dogs and put it back together. I was trying to make much harder than it was. Piece of cake.
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David from JOELTON, TN
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Socket set
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Washer was overfilling
Unplugged the electric. Shut water off removed the hot and cold water lines. Take the 1/4 inch nut driver and loosen and removed the 1/4 inch head screws from the back panel to get to the water level switch. Pull the knob off of the front. Go to the back and remove the clamp off of plastic tube and remove from water level switch with the channel locks. To remove the old switch from back of panel twist old switch to the left you will hear and feel a click to loosen the switch. Remove the electric plug and remove old part. Install the electric plug into new water level switch and the plastic tube back on with clamp on new switch. Put the new switch back on the panel by twisting to the right until you hear and feel a click. Put the knob back on front and replace the back cover with the 1/4 inch screws and nut driver. Replace hot and cold water lines turn on water and check for leaks. Plug electric cord in. Ready to use washer
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Wanda from Bidwell, OH
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
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The washer was shaking during the spin cycle
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Michele from ROCHESTER, NY
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
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Top portion of agitator not turning
The top portion of the agitator was not turning so that laundry could be drawn down in the wash tub. The problem was 4 little cogs that where worn and would not catch on a gear/cog portion of the bottom portion of the agitator. the cogs where about $10 delivered and it took about 25 min. to install (from top of washer). The old cogs, I also repaired by taking them out and using a hacksaw to redefine the grooves on them. They are still working, so I will hold on to the new parts until needed.
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James from Oldtown, MD
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Socket set
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Washer drum banging on spin cycle
Very simple repair with the kit. Old rods came out easily using vise grips locked on to rods about 10-12 inches down and pulling up. Had doubts if they were bad since everything looked good but drum bounced back several times when I shoved it down to test it earlier. New rods went in just as easy and replaced in less than 30 min. Hardest part was that I had very cramped laundry room so had to move and disconnect hoses etc. to move into larger space for repair and then move back to reconnect. Parts came quickly within about 3 days and now purrs like a kitten!
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David from KISSIMMEE, FL
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Banging when in spin cycle.
I FOLLOWED THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE VIDEO AND HAD NO PROBLEMS. It was very easy.
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ROBERT from OXLY, MO
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Pliers, Screw drivers
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Springs worn out on the suspension rods. (Noisy drum in spin cycles)
The video posted on this site will walk you right through the repair. Great service. Thanks!
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Douglas from BEECH ISLAND, SC
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Nutdriver
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top part ofagitator not turning.
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Rodger from ANDOVER, OH
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Difficulty Level:Very Easy
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Total Repair Time:15 - 30 mins
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Tools:Socket set
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Washer shaking and banging loudly during spin cycle
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Dan from KISSIMMEE, FL
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Difficulty Level:Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Screw drivers, Socket set
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Extreme imbalance
This washer would not go into spin cycle without going out of balance no matter how we arranged the contents in the drum. We were looking to buy a front loader when I happened open this company with video instructions and positive comments from other people with the same issue. For the cost it was worth a try. Following the video and in less than one hour the washer was back in service. It now operates like the day we installed it new. Highly recommend this fix which should save you hundreds on a new washer.
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Jerry from OROVILLE, WA
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Difficulty Level:Really Easy
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Total Repair Time:30 - 60 mins
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Tools:Pliers
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