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Anonymous Posted on Apr 30, 2012

At the beginning of the wash cycle, the agitator begins as it fills with water. Normally, after the water fills to the predetermined size of the load, the agitator will then start, but now they start at the same time. could it be the dial control has an issue?

  • Anonymous Apr 30, 2012

    Thanks for the input and response....It also seems like the clutch wont disengage.
    Before I pull the dial timer and start the cycle , usually the agitator rotates freely, but now its locked up and only frees itself after I interrupt the very last spin cycle by lifting the lid.

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Honestly it could be a few things, and some of them very technical in detail to the point honestly I would call a proffesional in on it. Its possible the timer may have a short in it and its running ahead of its self. Its also possible that the water level switch is starting to go and gives the machine the go ahead to start washing. It could also be the water valve sticking and therefore the machine is operating normally but the valve continues to fill .And the list goers on and on. Unless your real familiar with that specific model thats one I would leave to the pro's.

If you need further help, I’m available over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/jason_4570d45317834dd3

  • Anonymous Apr 30, 2012

    Thanks for the input and response....It also seems like the clutch wont disengage.
    Before I pull the dial timer and start the cycle , usually the agitator rotates freely, but now its locked up and only frees itself after I interrupt the very last spin cycle by lifting the lid.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 18, 2008

SOURCE: Filling With Water

I recently had the same problem. I checked the end of the air hose coming from the tub. It had a tear in it right at the connection. I just cut off the hose at the tear and placed the hose back on the connection.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jan 20, 2009

SOURCE: water runs into tub but does not fill?

be sure the drain hose is not lower than the wash tub this will caust the water to run out, 2nd be sure the drain hose is not pushed to far into the house stand pipe and the there is rome for air to go inbetween the drain hose and stand pipe eather of these will cause the machine to siphon mostly on rince cycle or on the 2nd and third loads you do. last your house drain could be starting to back up fill the washer with water and listen to it drain if you hear a gurggling sound in the house pipe you may need a plumber to cleanthis out for you.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 11, 2009

SOURCE: Kenmore top load washer will not fill on rinse cycle

Hi, It does sound like the contacts in the water level switch are sticking. This switch is activated by presure not vaccum. You can try and bow into the hose leading to the level switch and see if it has any restriction but, it is more likely the level switch is going bad.
Do you have any problem on the initial starting of you wash cycle?
Let me know if this helps at all or I can answer any more questions.

Thanks
Vic

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Sep 07, 2009

SOURCE: Washing machine is Kenmore mod. 110 22422100.

You have a broken point inside the timer. I hate to say that there is no cheap solution. You will have to replace the timer. There is no rebuild kit or anything like that to repair the timer. I know of two suppliers where you can buy a replacement. I use these sometimes when I regular supplier hasn't got a part in stock. I checked the price at both for you and found the best price at www.appliancepartspro.com . their cost if $123.08 plus shipping. They ship same day if before 4:ooPM. Their Part Number: AP3020181 . When you go to their site enter either your model number or this part number. If you enter you model #, scroll down until you find the timer, Th part # will take you straight to it. I sure hope this helps.
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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 06, 2009

SOURCE: Kenmore 500 top load washer starts to fill withwater then stops

This is commonly caused by a lid switch malfunction. If the washer fills, agitates, then stops at the rinse and won't drain, or if the washer does an initial fill, then stops, this is a symptom of a lid switch malfunction.

The following link explains how to access and/or replace one:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r385198-replacing_lid_switch

The lid switch is usually mounted under the washer top casing, on the right hand side on most top load models. It is activated by a plastic piece on the lid (called a "Lid Strike") through a small hole on the rim of the wash tub opening. In many cases the lid strike breaks off the lid, or the lid switch becomes loose and no longer makes contact. Inspect the lid to make sure the lid strike is still intact, and then inspect the mounting screws (adjacent to the small opening on the wash tub rim) and make sure they are snug.
On some models, the lid switch is located under the top casing by one of the lid hinges. You will know if you if you have this type of switch, because It does not have a lid strike and the small hole on the right hand side of the wash tub will not be present. This switch is actuated (toggled) by a rod on the lid hinge. With this type of switch, if you locate it and it can be toggled by hand, you may only need to adjust the actuator by bending it slightly.

If the lid switch is found to be defective, it can be purchased at any of the following websites:

searspartsdirect.com
applaincepartspros.com
pcappliancerepair.com
repairclinic.com

The average price is $25 to $35. Prices vary between these sites, so shop around for the best deal.

This is a very simple repair, but if you still have questions, please let me know. I hope this helps you.

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