I have a kenmore front load washer #41742052100. One of the top springs broke, we shut it of immediately because it was vibrating. I replaced the spring and two struts on the bottom. Now the drum motor doesn't get power. Do you have any suggestions where to look for switch of some sort?

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if you have a screwdriver you can put in on the drum first the use the screwdriver to pull it up yo hook to the tub like a kind of prybar effect.

SOURCE: my machine was vibrating during spin. so I took

This assumes that you have a basic Kenmore / Whirlpool top load, direct drive, neutral drain (it doesn't spin until the pump removes most of the water) machine.

First, see the Sears parts site for your washer:
http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action

Enter your model number (###.######) and you'll see a list of major sub-components with diagrams and parts.



The section on the Base should have a diagram of where the springs and vibration pads attach.

Ths following Whirlpool Service Manual for top load direct drive washers also has a section on the base and where the springs attach.

SOURCE: Sears Kenmore Front Load Washer model number 41742052100

Check the Vibration damper rods to be sure that...
1. They are there and mount is solid.
2. If they are broken in 1/2.
3. The plastic knuckle mounts are not missing/broken.
4. There is oil in the shock absorber/spring section of the rods.

Also - there are suspension springs on the bottom of the tub that could be broken and/or missing.

Replace/repair as necessary.

IF THIS IS A BRAND NEW INSTALLATION - be sure you hav removed the basket shipping pins (4) that secure the tub during shipping.

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