MW55 - Instructions
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the washer would not agitate, but would spin dry
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Steven from Denver, CO
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Screw drivers, Socket set
In my case, the splined shaft (steel) had worn off all splines in the aluminum coupling. So the spin cycle would eventually get enough friction to spin the clothes, but the friction required to agitate the clothes back and forth was too much. Since the splines were worn off, the whole agitator lifted right out with no tools. There is a ca
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p on the top that needs to be kept in good condition, so be careful popping it off. After removing the cap, I cut a hole using a utility knife, then punching a flat head screw driver around the edge. Careful not to damage the edge that the cap seats to. I then matched a socket the size of the top of the coupling and hammered the coupling through the bottom. I used the flat blade also to clear the aluminum out of the splines on the shaft. The fit of the new coupling into the agitator is tight. I put the coupling in the freezer, and the top of agitator in hot water to help resize things for installation. I also used dish soap on the coupling straight out of the freezer. A small amount of grease should be used on the shaft to make it easier and prevent galvanic corrosion. It still took all my weight to install. Don't use a hammer, as you don't want to damage the area the cap goes on. Pop the cap on and wash.
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Motor quit working but light and timer still worked.
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Thais from La Grange, TX
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
Since others reported similar problems and it was just the fuse we tried that first. That wasn't the problem so we ordered the Door Interlock Switch Kit. Shipping was very fast! Our microwave had 3 switches. My husband asked how to know which one to switch. I read that one person just did process of elimination. Luckily ours worked
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on the first change out! So happy to have stumbled across this site and not have to buy a whole new microwave.
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Cold water filled very slow
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Wayne from Mauston, WI
- Easy
- 30 - 60 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers
Replaced the water inlet valve. Your shipping was next day the best I have ever received. Thank You
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Glass tray broken
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Yanet from Coral Springs, FL
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
Simple replace
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no power to unit after replacing fuse
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JOE from CENTERREACH, NY
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
went to you tube and found a segment compatible to my issue.called the web site and ordered the thermostat fuse and ceramic fuse in case i had the wrong one purchased at the locale H/Depot. The only issue was I did not know that there was 2 different thermo fuses,,one controls fan and the other a basic one. luckily the fan wasn't the one
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that was blown.The woman i spoke to was very helpful and my order was AT MY HOUSE in less then 24 hours.
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motor would start by itself when door closed
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Lewis from Loveland, CO
- Really Easy
- 15 - 30 mins
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Screw drivers
remove 4 screws from top, front louvered panel snaps out. remove 1 screw from top of keypad, keypad pivot's forward and can be removed. There is a white mounting bracket inside left. Remove two screws, one top and one bottom, bracket lifts up and out. 3 sets wires are attached, mark them with masking tape, top, center, bottom and pull out
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plugs. They can only attach one way. Using a very small screw tip, lift plastic latch from switch, it rotates out and is removed from the pivot pin. reassemble in reverse order after switches are replaced
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I closed my vacation cottage for the winter and neglected to put a small amount of RV antifreeze in the washer hoses and the plastic valve developed a hairline crack which sprayed water out when hooked up again in the spring.
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NANCY from REDWOOD, NY
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Nutdriver
Since the valve sprayed water out in one particular spot, it was easy to determine what part I needed. After I received the part from "Part Select" it was super easy to replace and took about 10 min. and the washer was good as new.
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No shake, but plenty of rattle.
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Kristen from ft riley, KS
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Socket set
We bought this used Hotpoint that was probably one of the original machine created back in the stone-age, it's so old. We've had it 10 months, and it's always had this... burnt rubber stink to it... then one day, it stopped agitating and sounded like a metal bucket of bolts being shaken. We're on a military income with five kids, and the
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idea of buying a new washer was just... heartbreaking. On a whim, having fixed a washer once before, we opened the front up and painstakingly pulled every last rubber fiber from what used to be the belt. Ordered the part. It shipped quick, arrived quick, and in under a week we were back in business. Someone else had mentioned the needing 1/4" socket, and I was glad I remembered that, because it made is SO much easier.
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Washing machine would not fill
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Steven from Kansas City, MO
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
Unplugged washing machine from electrical outlet. Turned off water supply to washing machine. Removed inlet hoses. Removed 2 screws to get panel off that water valve attaches to. Removed the panel for access to water valve. Removed fill hose from water valve and then unbolted valve from panel. Made diagram of electrical wiring to en
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sure correct placement on new valve. Attached new water valve, electrical wires and fill hose to valve. Installed panel in machine and hooked up inlet hoses. Turned on water supply and inspected for leaks. Turned on washing machine to verify filling and repair was OK.
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Timer knob no longer worked
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Carolyn from Ormond Beach, FL
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
An older gentleman neighbor needed help finding a part for his machine. We checked local parts stores to no avail. I researched the internet, found your site and ordered the part. My adult son put the part on in less than 15 minutes. Our neighbor was very happy. We will tell any one in our neighborhood to order parts here. We follow
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ed the part watching UPS. The part arrived at the exact day and time. It couldn't be easier.
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wouldnt turn to wash cycle was turning manulie
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Sharon from Mexico, MO
- Really Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
its great and saved me lots of money enjoy my washer again
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Selector knob would not engage to select wash cycle. Teeth on knob were worn/broken.
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Johnny from New Bern, NC
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers
Removed existing knob by using pliers to release clip from shaft. Inserted new knob (with clip attached) onto shaft and aligned with shaft groove to engage clip. Easy breezy.
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slow cold water
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dennis from mooresville, NC
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Nutdriver, Screw drivers
quck delivery thanks. removed back panel and valve assembly. replace unit,and replaced panel. yep it works
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Microwave would not cook
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Scott from Mickleton, NJ
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Screw drivers
All the electrics worked on Amana microwave EXCEPT for the cooking function. Inspected the control board and found the upper switch on the door interlock was burnt. Installed new switch in minutes and everything now works fine. Unfortunately, had to purchase expensive two switch "kit" although only one switch was kaput. PartsSelect mai
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ling was SUPER fast. Thanks for looking, Scott
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Washer would no longer spin---dry rotten belt
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Joshua from Cumberland Gap, TN
- Easy
- Less than 15 mins
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Pliers, Screw drivers
Gently turned washer over onto its front. Removed bottom metal panel (3 or 4 screws on each side). Removed old belt. Installed new belt. NOTE: The new belt is a tight and perfect fit, therefore it will not want fit on to both pulleys/ rotating discs. I have found the best method is to start the belt on the disc that drives the bel
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t. Then place as much of the belt over the disc that sits below the washing machine drum as is possible(the spinning part)and then turn the belt by hand and the belt should pop on to the disc. If the belt goes on easily you may have the wrong belt as the belt must be tight to achieve the traction necessary for the washing machine to spin. HOPE THIS HELPS!! A screwdriver may be handy in helping to pry on the belt. Good look.
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