[frank the tank]

After replacing the directional switch I still have the same problem. Sometimes when I close the door the cycle starts automatically. Then when it gets to the top, it keeps going. Is this another switch iossue? Or Drive gear issue?

[magician59]

It sounds like the start switch may be the culprit.

[frank the tank]

Originally Posted by magician59

It sounds like the start switch may be the culprit.

What about the possiblility of the gear assembly?

[magician59]

After rereading your original post, I reconsidered my response. If it has been goiing on for a length of time, it coudn't hurt to inspect the gears and drive cams for damage.

The problem is more likely caused by the upper limit switch (or stop switch). It mey be loose, misaligned, or broken.

Part number: AP4701307

[airamb]

It maybe a culprit.

[frank the tank]

Originally Posted by airamb

It maybe a culprit.

Well Ive changed the upper limit/directional switch and the start switch but didnt bother with the new foot pedal looking thing to actuate it.

WHAT ELSE?????????? Ugghhh.. Getting frustrated. Any help is greatly appreciated..
I also checked the rods and they seemed ok.

[frank the tank]

Originally Posted by frank the tank

Well Ive changed the upper limit/directional switch and the start switch but didnt bother with the new foot pedal looking thing to actuate it.

WHAT ELSE?????????? Ugghhh.. Getting frustrated. Any help is greatly appreciated..
I also checked the rods and they seemed ok.

I went as far as to replace the centrifugal switch.... Now its worse. Starts EVERYTIME I shut the drawer.

I checked continuity on the start switch and it seems ok. Unless I did it wrong.

[frank the tank]

Originally Posted by frank the tank

I went as far as to replace the centrifugal switch.... Now its worse. Starts EVERYTIME I shut the drawer.

I checked continuity on the start switch and it seems ok. Unless I did it wrong.

OK just got done checking everything. The only thing not coming out right is the Y wires from the upper limit and start when connecting to the black wire off the centrifugal switch. I get no reading yet the diagram says there should be a 3-5 ohms reading. So what does that tell me???????????

[magician59]

Since we already know your motor runs, it probably means there is a disconnected wire somewhere. (or you're taking your reading through an open switch).

Were you able to download the manual for your machine?

[frank the tank]

yes I have it right here. I have checked all the switches and wires. The yellow is the only ones not closed whereas the diagram shows there should be at least a reading. A yellow goes from solid pack button to the upper limit. The upper limit has a wire going from it to the temporary start switch. From there it goes to the centrifugl switch.