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ecbuddy  
#11 Posted : Tuesday, July 26, 2016 10:21:36 AM(UTC)
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Took apart the actuator to see if the tiny gears inside were damaged, they were not.

Its looking like the gearcase is toast as there is nothing left that could be wrong...

gearcase and tubseal, or a new washer...what a waste
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#12 Posted : Tuesday, July 26, 2016 11:15:32 AM(UTC)
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Well at least you won't have to spend $120 for another actuator. If you go new I suggest any whirlpool manufactured unit (in Canada do they still sell Inglis?) that doesn't have the vertical modular setup (the one you have is that type unit) The newer style units use a stator / rotor direct drive motor, using an electromagnet to shift from agitate to spin. Anyway I hope all works out for you.
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#13 Posted : Tuesday, July 26, 2016 7:16:55 PM(UTC)
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When you say vertical modular setup..what exactly do you mean?

are you talking about the tallish cone thing in the middle of the basket?

My current washer does not have this.


here is one that I am looking at right now

Kenmore®/MD 4.2 cu.Ft.High Efficiency Top Load Washer with Bilingual Console - White | Sears Canada


what do you think?
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#14 Posted : Wednesday, July 27, 2016 4:44:10 AM(UTC)
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Buddy, The washer you are looking at has the same exact drive system as the one you currently own. In the listing look under Specifications: Design: Washer Drive System you will see Belt Gear Drive. If you choose to get the same type you already have I would suggest purchasing the most extended warranty they offer.
The one to which I refer is a Direct Gear Drive, however they are much more expensive. This is an example Kenmore®/MD 5.5 cu.Ft. High Efficiency Top Load Washer - White | Sears Canada
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#15 Posted : Wednesday, July 27, 2016 7:00:02 AM(UTC)
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I now understand and see what you are saying.




So direct gear is superior, just wondering though, direct gear is less prone to failure correct?

If it does fail, is it complicated and expensive job?


I am learning a lot from you!
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#16 Posted : Wednesday, July 27, 2016 9:28:42 AM(UTC)
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Less moving parts. One of the common problems is the electromagnet shifter. There is a built-in over heat fuse. However not a big problem to replace all things being considered. Again when I purchase from sears here in the states I always obtain the 3 or 5 year extended warranty.
Oh by the way another issue with the new era of washers is the control board (computer) I recommend getting a power surge protector that offers a guarantee for your washer. I wish there was a 220/240 surge protector for the dryer's control board, I've yet to find that.
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