I fixed the leak by replacing the tub seal and it seems to be running smooth through all cycles. Seems like it takes a while to spin down. What is normal? On a whirlpool direct drive the brake shoes stop it QUICK. This washer seems to take longer is this normal? Am I correct in that the brakes on this unit are not serviceable at all? Thanks!!
Rick
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I fixed the leak by replacing the tub seal and it seems to be running smooth through all cycles. Seems like it takes a while to spin down. What is normal? On a whirlpool direct drive the brake shoes stop it QUICK. This washer seems to take longer is this normal? Am I correct in that the brakes on this unit are not serviceable at all? Thanks!!
Rick
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Rick,
Yes you’re correct,
The transmission and brake assembly is a single unit and not serviceable.
You’d have to tear down the machine, and replace the transmission.
As for the "ramd down" brake operation at the end of the spin cycle,
On average(most top load washers), it should only take a few seconds,or 2 to 4 revolutions of the tub before it stops(if it’s working proper).
Is yours much more than that.
Is the tub still rotating when you open the lid completely ?
it should rotate1/2 to 1 more revolution, at that point.
Thanks! I am hoping to not have to replace the transmission. I did not try opening the lid to stop the spin. I was observing with the front cover off. Would that change how quickly it slows if the lid was not opened?
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Thanks! I am hoping to not have to replace the transmission. I did not try opening the lid to stop the spin. I was observing with the front cover off. Would that change how quickly it slows if the lid was not opened?
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Rick,
No, it should not make a difference in how the unit is stopped.
At the end of a cycle, raise the lid,any way you stop the tub from spinning, it should ramp down and stop in a few seconds.
I am not aware of anything to do except, replace the transmission assembly.