Hello Pros!
I have been reading all kinds of articles on your site and on other Google results and I am still encountering the same problem so I figured it was time to ask.
I have an older Kenmore 417 model front load washer that won’t spin on high speed when it is loaded. I have followed advice from other posts and have pulled out the pump and cleaned it and made sure it was working. I haven’t gone as far as checking the door lock yet because it appears to be a pain to get to.
When I run an empty load on any cycle the spin works fine and spins VERY fast. As soon as I put a load of clothes in it the most I get is a slow spin and it keeps reversing direction.
The belt, motor, etc all seem to be fine. It does squeak quite a bit but it still seems to turn fine empty or loaded, just not at high speed when loaded.
I am at a bit of a loss on this one. Any advice or troubleshooting you might be able to offer?
Thanks in advance!
Bryan