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Model: UNKNOWN	Brand: Frigidaire	Age: 1 - 5 years
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rwstern		#1 Posted : Tuesday, August 26, 2008 10:51:38 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 8/26/2008(UTC) Posts: 2		This is a 3 year old Frigidaire Gallery washing machine. The model/serial number is posted on a non-permanent label inside the washer lid (bad location), and it is no longer legible, so I have been unable to determine the model. However, about two times out of three uses, the machine locks up when it is supposed to spin, resulting in the motor overheating and smelling. I can open the lid, and give the tub a manual spin, close the lid, and the cycle resumes successfully. The next wash load may complete without issue. But the machine cannot be left alone as I'm sure it would burn out the motor is left unattended during one of its "problem cycles". How can I determine what is causing the problem? Thanks.


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libertyappl		#2 Posted : Tuesday, August 26, 2008 11:09:15 AM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 8/13/2008(UTC) Posts: 3,097		If you can locate a part number off the motor or controls Might be able to reverse the look up process and figure out which model you have. Post whatever numbers/letters you can see. Nat


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rwstern		#3 Posted : Saturday, August 30, 2008 7:32:52 AM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 8/26/2008(UTC) Posts: 2		Originally Posted by: libertyappl If you can locate a part number off the motor or controls Might be able to reverse the look up process and figure out which model you have. Post whatever numbers/letters you can see. Nat The Frigidaire model number is GLWS1649AS4. Hope this helps.


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libertyappl		#4 Posted : Saturday, August 30, 2008 9:56:25 PM(UTC)
Rank: Advanced Member Groups: Senior Expert Joined: 8/13/2008(UTC) Posts: 3,097		By looking at your machines breakdown, I'd have to say the transmission is going out. Part #AP3892126 although not exactly easy to change out. Nat


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