KHWS0 KitchenAid Washer - Instructions
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Broken baffle in tub
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Donna from Salineville, OH
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
First I removed the remain remaining baffle using a screw driver to gently pry and break the plastic tabs which held it to the drum. I replaced all three in the event that the balance could be affected if I were to only replace the broken ones. The replacements slid in and locked into place easily but I did have to gently apply pressure w
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ith a large-shanked screwdriver using the rear of the drum to push off of. The hardest part was being able to see what I was doing inside of the dark tub! I needed an extra hand to hold a flashlight. I then discovered the worth of my black and Decker light bar which has a magnetic base! Perfect for the job!
I agree with an earlier post that there is no need to suffer the effects of a washer with a missing baffle when you can replace it so easily.
I agree with an earlier post that there is no need to suffer the effects of a washer with a missing baffle when you can replace it so easily.
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PUMP HOUSING LEAKS
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JOHN from OMAHA, NE
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
REMOVE AND REPLACE. FLEXIBLE RUBBER CONNECTOR WAS NOT A EXACT REPLACEMENT, THE ORIGANIL HAD A BACK STOP VALVE, NOT SURE OF THE EFFICATE ON MACHINE.
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Door latch failed and would not lock
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David from Post Falls, ID
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver
Took off bottom panel by removing 3 torx screws. Opened up door seal, removed three latch retaining screws, unplugged three wiring harnesses. Installed new latch and reinstalled in reverse order.
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Water would accumulate in the washer drum over several days of non use
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Ronald from RUSSIAVILLE, IN
- Really Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers
Repair was very simple. First watch the video that is available on this website. The installation went exactly like the video described. I pulled the washer away from the wall a few inches. Removed the three screws that hold the top on. Removed the top. Shut off the water and removed the water lines. Removed the single screw that h
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olds the inlet valve in place (T20 torx).Removed the inlet valve, removed the hose from the valve. Reversed the operation to re-install. About a 20 minute job, tops. Tested the washer when finished and it worked great. It has been a couple of weeks now and no water has accumulated in the drum.
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Door latch would not lock
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William from Victorville, CA
- Really Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Removed 2 screws from rear of top that hold top of washer in place, lifted top at the rear and slid it back then lifted it off. Removed the three wiring harnesses from old switch, removed the three screws holding switch in place, theses are accessed from the door opening. removed the two lower screws first and held the switch from the top
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while removing the last screw. Placed new switch in place and started the top screw by hand followed by hand starting the remaining two screws, tightened screws with phillips screw driver, reconnected the three harnesses, reinstalled the top and secured with the two screws. Door locks and unlocks as it is supposed to.
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Pump not draining the water out.
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Martin from Kotzebue, AK
- Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
First I made sure the washer was unplugged from the outlet and I took out 3 screws that held the front panel and removed it to get access to the pump.
I disconnected the electrical plug to the pump and there were 3 phillips head screws that held the pump in place that needed to removed. Pulled out the old pump and slide the new one ... Read more in it's place with no prorblems. Tighten the 3 screws on and plugged it back in and away we went washing clothes again.
I disconnected the electrical plug to the pump and there were 3 phillips head screws that held the pump in place that needed to removed. Pulled out the old pump and slide the new one ... Read more in it's place with no prorblems. Tighten the 3 screws on and plugged it back in and away we went washing clothes again.
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Ripped bellowspul
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WILLIAM from REPUBLIC, MO
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
Pull spring wire on front. Remove large hose lamp at tub. Reinstall in reverse order.
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The door bellows had a cut in it
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Arthur from MORGANTOWN, PA
- A Bit Difficult
- 30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
I purchased a new bellows from this site I followed their instructions. Just tricky getting the inner clamp on aligned and tightened.
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Bellow was damaged,water leakage.
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Gopaul from Queens, NY
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
First,we took apart the front of the washer and then we removed the old bellow and put the new one on.After we put back up the front of the washer and open the door to put the clamp on then after we unlocked it.After it was working good as new.
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Spring balanced tub violent shake on spin
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Paul from TARPON SPGS, FL
- Really Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Washer was on a 13 inch high platform I built for front.load Heat washer and dryer. Removed 3.screws from bottom of front panel and had access to all 4 shocks..front and rear. All shocks were unattachedeither at base or on tub. Easy to install all 3 from front without moving Mach. I figured if 1 or 2 shocks failed the violent.movement bro
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ke the other 2. Purrs like.a.kitten now. No bearing.or spring.damage.
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Leaking water inlet hoses.
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Helen from NASHUA, NH
- Really Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
Removed the old hoses and screwed on the new hoses.
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Replace Bellows between door and tub
5 of 9 people
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Gerald from Douglas, AL
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers
Remove top and front
Care taken to unplug door wiring
should have taken notes or photos where srews go and order
remove old bellows large hose clamp and sping tensioned clip
clean surfaces
install new bellows on tub only
put all panels and door together
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connect bellows to door with spring clip
Care taken to unplug door wiring
should have taken notes or photos where srews go and order
remove old bellows large hose clamp and sping tensioned clip
clean surfaces
install new bellows on tub only
put all panels and door together
Connecting wiring to door and strain relief takes 2 ... Read more people
connect bellows to door with spring clip
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Inlet valve was stuck in open position allowing washer to fill with water when not in use.
3 of 3 people
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john from YARDLEY, PA
- Really Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Socket set
Removed lid. Took old parts off and replaced with new parts. Also replaced hoses while washer was moved away from wall.
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The video supplied by you was great and it worked very well.
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Michael from NEWBERG, OR
- Really Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
It was fast and pretty easy to do.
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I was getting a sewer smell when the washer drained I did every cleaning technique and didn't solve the problem then I cleaned the inside drain hose and that helped so I replaced the hose and problem solved.
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anthony from EASTPOINTE, MI
- Very Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
I removed the back panel to access the top end of the hose then I removed the lower front panel to access the lower end of the hose that attaches to the pump. The hose is secured with spring clamps and they were removed with pliers, the panels are secured with screws.
I replaced the hose and reinstalled the panels and I was do ... Read more ne.
I replaced the hose and reinstalled the panels and I was do ... Read more ne.
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