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Model: LWA40AW2	Brand: Amana	Age: 5 - 10 years
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lostic		#1 Posted : Sunday, October 16, 2011 7:16:59 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 10/16/2011(UTC) Posts: 1		The braking/locking mechanism for the drum has broken or disconnected? When lid opened during spin cycle, drum freewheels until eventually stopping gradually. During wash/agitation cycle drum does not remain in one place, but instead turns one direction constantly...affecting agitation effectiveness. Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks a lot.


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Roundedge4lfe		#2 Posted : Tuesday, October 18, 2011 5:33:58 PM(UTC)
Rank: Member Groups: Registered Joined: 10/18/2011(UTC) Posts: 3		The cam on the transmission pulley might be stuck from letting the brake mech. bite down on the 3 brake pads. Or your brake pads may have broken off. You can find them above the pulley under the tub.


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