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    A thrust bearing will keep it from spinning. If...

    A thrust bearing will keep it from spinning. If it is worn it will not let the break release for the spin basket.
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    There is a temperature switch that turns the fan...

    There is a temperature switch that turns the fan ON automatically at 90. When you turn on the heat the thermostat only turns on the heating elements. When the inside of the system gets up to 90 then...
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    That is a syphon break. It has a rubber flapper...

    That is a syphon break. It has a rubber flapper inside. When the dishwasher drains, the water pushes that flapper up to block the opening on top. When the dishwasher stops draining and water stops...
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    It sounds like the bearing. The way to check is...

    It sounds like the bearing. The way to check is to pull the front cover by removing the two screws near the bottom and then the front will pull off. Then check for oil splatter on the sides. It...
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    The reset on the water heater trips if the tank...

    The reset on the water heater trips if the tank overheats. One of the thermostats is sticking and keeping the heating element on. The best thing to do is to replace both upper and lower thermostats...
  6. I am pretty sure it can pump that distance. The...

    I am pretty sure it can pump that distance. The problem will be when the pump stops the water left in the drain line flows back into the tub. With a normal short drain line its not enough water to be...
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    It sounds like a bad wire somewhere. One wire...

    It sounds like a bad wire somewhere. One wire from the pump connects to the neutrals on the water valve and the other goes into the timer. Check for continuity on those wires. A connection might be...
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    Yes it does sound like the gear case is the...

    Yes it does sound like the gear case is the problem. It does sound like the pump is a little slow also. A lot of these machines drop into spin on the first try with out leaking. The pump is normally...
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    The drain from the dishwasher should be strapped...

    The drain from the dishwasher should be strapped high to the underside of the counter then back down to the disposal.
    Its called a drain loop even though there is no loop. It stops water from...
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    It fills with water, then pauses, then it...

    It fills with water, then pauses, then it agitates
    That part is normal

    Then it pauses again,
    When it does not drain do you hear the pause?

    When it is trying to drain does it sound normal or...
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    As long as the icemaker is level then it has to...

    As long as the icemaker is level then it has to be the icemaker. It is ether keeping the water on too long or is pitted and leaking.
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    What brand/model washer is it?

    What brand/model washer is it?
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    When in spin the agitator will slowly spin but...

    When in spin the agitator will slowly spin but with no power to it so that is normal. With that happening and the clutch spinning then the gear case is working good.
    The only things left is the...
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    Its either the rollers or the idler pulley Make...

    Its either the rollers or the idler pulley
    Make sure the roller posts are clean. Light sanding and make sure the rollers spin free. Also dry the silicone off. No grease or oil on those. Lint will...
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    Three things to check on that. The most common...

    Three things to check on that.

    The most common is the igniter. Normally there is a small crack on it that can be seen. Check for 110v where it plugs in.

    The high limit sets on the canister that...
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    Normally if you spin the motor and it starts then...

    Normally if you spin the motor and it starts then it's the capacitor. If it doesn't start then it's the motor.
    Most motors have 3 speeds. Make sure the motor is only getting power at ONE speed at a...
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    Yes you can replace the Air Handler with a...

    Yes you can replace the Air Handler with a variable speed air handler without replacing the outdoor system.
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    There is a limit switch that sets by the inducer...

    There is a limit switch that sets by the inducer motor. It sticks inside by the heat exchanger. Pull that and make sure that is not touching the heat exchanger inside and grounding out
  19. Not sure but maybe a cleaner for electric drip...

    Not sure but maybe a cleaner for electric drip coffee makers?
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    Jump the connection for the lid switch so you can...

    Jump the connection for the lid switch so you can have it spin with the front off.
    With it spinning look at the chrome bell that sets on top of the transmission (the clutch is inside of it). If that...
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    There should be two screws that hold the control...

    There should be two screws that hold the control panel in place. Normally one in each front corner. Some times the two trim pieces need to be removed first. On some years they were in the back...
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    http://www.repairclinic.com/Images/Belts/Maytag.gi...

    http://www.repairclinic.com/Images/Belts/Maytag.gif
    Hope this helps
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    Sorry, I'm not fimular with that brand. I was...

    Sorry, I'm not fimular with that brand. I was asking because most washers use only cold water to rinse and problems will accure from that on rinse that won't on wash. Like the maytag neptune, if the...
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    Did they replace the defrost timer also? The...

    Did they replace the defrost timer also?
    The thermostat that was replaced was it the COLD CONTROL or the little thermostat that clips onto the coil in the freezer?
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    What kind of washer is it? When it stops is it...

    What kind of washer is it?
    When it stops is it full of water or only half full?
    Do you use HOT or WARM for the wash cycle?
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    More than likely it is the water valve in the...

    More than likely it is the water valve in the washer that is sticking. The best way to till is to turn it on and when it starts to fill with water turn it off and keep turning it on and off until one...
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    Is sounds like water is backing up inside the...

    Is sounds like water is backing up inside the system. Make sure all the drain lines are clear and that the flue is not trapping water if it has any horizontal runs
  28. ONLY IF four wires were hooked up to the old...

    ONLY IF four wires were hooked up to the old thermostat. Hook the R to RH and jump the RH to the RC. Now its either the orange or the black wire. Touch each one to the red wire. Connect the one that...
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    I would remove the blue wire from the B terminal....

    I would remove the blue wire from the B terminal. Leave the blue and black unused and taped so they can't short out.
    The blue wire was on L before and that is used to flash error codes using the...
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    Setting next to the igniter is there a sensor...

    Setting next to the igniter is there a sensor next to it. They normally have a small glass window on it.
    It has a bi-metal switch in it.
    When it gets hot from the igniter it sends power to the gas...
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    Try giving the drum a spin and then try starting...

    Try giving the drum a spin and then try starting it
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    On that machine the transmission needs two spin...

    On that machine the transmission needs two spin cycles to spin. When the motor reverces for spin the transmission goes into netural to allow the water to pump out with out the motor trying to...
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    They have had a lot of problems with the ones...

    They have had a lot of problems with the ones with the ice bucket on the door.
    The sensor normally does not go bad.
    The fill tube (the water line that goes from the back of the freezer to the ice...
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    Just make sure the A/C system still works when...

    Just make sure the A/C system still works when you finish ( in cooling mode ). But wait for when it is warmer in the day time to check because it is bad for the outside system to run when it is cold...
  35. I have never seen NorthernHeat give a bad answer....

    I have never seen NorthernHeat give a bad answer.
    That t-stat does not look like is setup for that heat pump. Its missing the W2 for the white wire and was the pink on E on the old T-Stat?
    For...
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    The wire should be YELLOW but it is common to use...

    The wire should be YELLOW but it is common to use a BLUE wire in is place.
    The furnace should run with the outside system off.
    The only time the outside system should run in heating is if it is a...
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    Red wire to RC and RH. Blue to B White to W...

    Red wire to RC and RH.
    Blue to B
    White to W
    Green to G

    Is that how is hooked up now?
    If so then the blue wire is to turn on the outside system.

    The "B" terminal on the T-Stat is always on...
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    It sounds like you just need to move the blue...

    It sounds like you just need to move the blue wire to the "Y" terminal on the T-stat
  39. Question: Maytag Dryer

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    It is a roller or an idler pulley. The idler...

    It is a roller or an idler pulley. The idler pulley keeps the tension on the belt.
    It could also be something stuck on the felt that seals around the front of the drum. You can feal around where the...
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    If you have a leaf blower try to blow it out with...

    If you have a leaf blower try to blow it out with that. Hook it on where the drier connerts to the vent.
    When the drier is hooked up make sure the flexable vent is not bending or getting crushed...
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    Ropers have only one heating element so if it is...

    Ropers have only one heating element so if it is getting heat then I would say the fuses are good.
    Normally low heat and slow drying is due to slow venting. The drier will start overheating and turn...
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    Try this answer...

    Try this answer
    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/appliances/tumble-dryer-wiring-38013.html
    Andrewcocke does an excellent job of describing it

    It could be the start switch or the door switch. Some...
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    Is the motor running? The heat should not turn...

    Is the motor running?
    The heat should not turn on unless the motor is running. If it does then something is shorted or not wired correctly.
    On the wires going into the motor the two thickest wires...
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    There is a heater inside the tray that should...

    There is a heater inside the tray that should turn on when it starts to cycle. There is no adjustment on those. Make sure that the large white gear behind the front cover is snapped inplace all the...
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    Most states want water heaters installed with a...

    Most states want water heaters installed with a temp setting of 125 for scalding but it does not wash the dishes very well. So now the dishwasher manufactures have started adding that feature into...
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    Those are good machines. Make sure the wiring...

    Those are good machines. Make sure the wiring harness that plugs into the motor is not discolored from overheating, some of those had loose connections that would cause the motor not to work or cause...
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    Most ovens have a vent that is under one of the...

    Most ovens have a vent that is under one of the burners. Self cleaning leaves a white powder that can get into the vent and during cooking the powder will rise with the heat and accumlate under that...
  48. If you pull off the kickplate there is a wiring...

    If you pull off the kickplate there is a wiring diagram and a troubleshooting guide for the icemaker tucked into the back side of the kickplate. It will show what the blinks mean and what is causing...
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    Normally low heat and slow drying is due to slow...

    Normally low heat and slow drying is due to slow venting. The drier will start overheating and turn off the heat early. Make sure the venting is clear. You can test this by unhooking the venting and...
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    It sounds like a temp switch. On certain cycles...

    It sounds like a temp switch. On certain cycles it will turn on the heater and wait for the temp (normally 140) then continue. If one of those is bad then it will time out on the control board. Try...
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