[scheidrj]

My wirlpool washer full of water after cycle

[biggsie]

Start by removing the hose off the pump that goes to the back wall of the washer and blow through it to make sure there are no obstructions. Also check the other hose from the tub to the pump. If there is, find and clear it. If not, read on.

We need to make sure the transmission is working properly before going any further.

When operating properly, this washer should drain all excess water (full load setting) in less than 180 seconds. That is the maximum neutral drain time. If you start the machine on a normal cycle with a 10 minute minimum agitate time, the transmission should not spin when it begins to drain.

It is very important that you not disrupt the machine during this test, so use a small screwdriver to "trick" the lid switch, so you can have the lid open to see if it spins. If it doesn't spin while draining, then the transmission is okay. If it does begin spinning and draining at the same time, immediately reset for another 10 minutes of agitate and try again.

You may have to run this test 1-5 times for an accurate neutral drain test.

The most common failure of these transmissions is neutral drain failure. As I stated before, if the unit is spinning and draining at the same time, it won't be able to get rid of the water in time because the resistance of the tub trying to spin will slow down the motor which, in turn, slows down the pump. If the transmission doesn't spin while draining, see how long it takes to expel all the water; it should be less than 180 seconds.

If it takes longer than that, there is some kind of restriction in the drain system. Anything from a kinked hose to a sock in the hose, or even a restricted house drain when the washer drain hose is sealed to the standpipe.