Started getting a F51 Error on my Maytag Bravos XL. I have performed the manual sensor and motor test and both pass fine.

I have ran the Low, Med, Fast Manual spin test, and except for the spin drum seeming slightly "out of balance" while coming up to speed, it will run OK.

I checked the underside of the unit for any sign of oil spatter from the bearing. Looks clean as new!

I went ahead and pulled the drum out of the washer, and have discovered that there seems to be several gallons of water in the "Bottom Float Portion" of the drum.

I can not see any way of draining the drum.

#1 - Is water in the drum Normal ???
#2 - Will the drum water cause a the F51 Error.
#3 - If this is normal, should I replace the Bearings anyway ?

Lastly, is there a Bearing Kit for Maytag Model MVWB850YW0
Thanks in advance.