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Andre Filipe  
#11 Posted : Tuesday, March 10, 2009 8:16:11 PM(UTC)
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I got hold of my mom and she has confirmed that the original problem was in fact the water drainage (should have asked since day one, I know!)
Moving forward, now I hope they (AppliancePartsPros), will accept the motor back...I have to read their return policy.
So what's the game plan?
Thanks
TechnicianBrian  
#12 Posted : Wednesday, March 11, 2009 5:31:44 AM(UTC)
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I will again ask, when you set it for a spin cycle, what happens? Is there water in it now? Does the motor make any noise when a cycle is selected? Have you checked the lid switch as it will prevent the motor from running (and pumping water) during the spin cycle. You said the tub overflows when you start a cycle. Is that with water already in the tub? Does it agitate?

I ask questions and I need answers in order to provide some assistance.
Andre Filipe  
#13 Posted : Wednesday, March 11, 2009 3:48:00 PM(UTC)
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Again, nothing happens when I set it for spin, no noise, nothing;
Yes, there is water there now from last time;
How am I suppose to "check" the lid switch? I don't have a ohm meter...
besides the lid switch is behind the water tub on my machine.
It only fills with water when it's set for WASH without any water and I just try again and it continues to overflow (even with water on it) and no the tub does not agitate. Thanks.
TechnicianBrian  
#14 Posted : Wednesday, March 11, 2009 4:15:26 PM(UTC)
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If nothing happens when you set it for spin, then I am still leaning toward the lid switch. You can check and make sure it clicks when you open close the lid, but the only real way to check would be to do a resistance check using a multimeter. The second problem of overflowing water is still the pressure switch as it is what tells the timer to start agitating and shuts off the water at the desired level. Both could be checked with a multimeter and unfortunately, they are not easily accessible without removing some panels. That is the advice I have for you so if you decide to do it yourself, or get someone else to look at it, we are here to help.
Andre Filipe  
#15 Posted : Wednesday, March 11, 2009 9:58:41 PM(UTC)
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I am usually really persistent but I have no more time and patience playing Mr.Technician, I need to have it fixed and move on...can you recommend anyone (reliable)? Thanks.
TechnicianBrian  
#16 Posted : Thursday, March 12, 2009 5:28:14 AM(UTC)
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Not knowing what part of the world you are in, my suggestion would be to visit some place like Appliance Repair | Company Reviews & Ratings, Appliance Repair Articles, see some of the technicians in your area and see how they rate with their customers.
Andre Filipe  
#17 Posted : Sunday, March 15, 2009 8:58:03 AM(UTC)
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Hey Brian, I installed the old motor back just to check if it works. When I switch it to spin it still doesn't move BUT it makes this acute noise as if the cycle is "stuck" (just my perception) then I smell something burning from it...I guess that's a clear sign it's not working properly.
What can you say about it?
BTW, thanks for the website, I will check it out.
FYI, I am in Margate, FL.
TechnicianBrian  
#18 Posted : Sunday, March 15, 2009 9:17:15 AM(UTC)
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If the sounds is coming from the motor, it sounds like it is either locked up, or unable to start and is tripping the overload thermostat on the motor. This is usually accompanied by a hot electrical smell. Several things can lock up a motor from the pump to the gear case or even a failed capacitor preventing the motor start winding from starting the motor. You can remove the motor from it's mount and set it on the ground with the wiring still connected and see if it will run then. If it does, then you must be dealing with a mechanical problem, but if it doesn't, then an electrical problem is what you are looking for. The motor not running would explain why it won't drain, but not why it keeps filling with water. A bad timer could cause both problems if the noise seems to come from the timer. Sounds like the problem you are having is not as cut and dried as many others we see. Complex or multiple failures can be tough to locate and that is where being able to see something first hand allows for a much better diagnosis by a professional. That would be my suggestion unless you want to keep looking.
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