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bobandjayne  
#1 Posted : Wednesday, April 27, 2011 12:08:00 PM(UTC)
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Top loading washer leaks from the bottom when filling - water drips from the front panel in about the middle of the machine. Does not pour out profusely - but more than just drip-drip. It almost appears to be leaking from the tub - but why only when it is filling? Is there a valve or something in the front of the machine that could be stuck? Or is a filling hose routed in such a way that it could be leaking from the bottom front of the machine when filling? Thanks for any pointers...
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magician59  
#2 Posted : Wednesday, April 27, 2011 5:36:50 PM(UTC)
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The machine is designed so that it will operate with the cabinet removed. Here's a video that will guide you through the cabinet removal process. All you will need to do is bypass the lid switch (with a jumper wire) and watch it during a fill cycle. You should be able to spot where the water's coming from.

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bobandjayne  
#3 Posted : Thursday, April 28, 2011 12:19:16 PM(UTC)
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Pulled the cabinet as suggested - ran through a fill cycle (did not need to bypass lid switch for filling - but did need to for draining tub) - as the tub filled - water was leaking from the pump. Replaced pump - problem solved. Thanks for the help - the video was also very helpful. :)
magician59  
#4 Posted : Thursday, April 28, 2011 12:46:27 PM(UTC)
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Glad to help. You saved a bunch of money on a professional service call by doing it yourself. Well done!
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