Kenmore Elite Washer Leaking Water From Top

How to repair a front load washing machine with a leak at the door.

Kenmore elite washer leaking water from top.

In the most popular video series on our youtube channel the pros at sears home services share their best troubleshooting tips for common problems befalling top loading high efficiency washers. First check the water pressure to determine that it is adequate. Inspect the drain hose for leaks. Use a level and place it on top of your washer to be sure.

8 be sure your washer is not overloaded with too much clothing or blankets. Inlet spout most washers have a plastic spout near the top of the main clothes tub that directs the water into the tub. Then we ll have the right replacement part ready and instructions on how to make the repair. The drain hose most commonly leaks from the connection between the pump and the back of the washer.

When you click on the right one we ll take you to a page of frequent causes and help you pinpoint the problem. The drain hose may be leaking. I had quite a bit of water on my floor. The kenmore washing machine troubleshooting process begins with a list of symptoms.

If the water pressure is adequate try cleaning the screens inside the water inlet valve hose connection ports. This is one of the venerable direct drive models. My kenmore elite washer leaks water from the back at the top of the drum. If the spout cracks or breaks free of its mounting it can cause a leak.

If the washer is not level it can leak out water as washers are designed to be used on a fully flat surface. This video demonstrates some. I found a unusual cause for a leaking whirlpool built kenmore top load washer. There is an opening there into the drum but i can t get to it from inside the washer to see what is going on.

If the drain hose is leaking replace it. If overloaded the water may leak out. If it cracks or breaks it can cause a leak. The water inlet valve requires sufficient water pressure to function properly.

A washer that leaks only during the spin cycle often has a leak in the main drain hose. If the washer still fills slowly replace the water inlet valve. If the washer is pushed too far against the wall the hose can rub against the wall and form a leak. Any suggestions on what is happening.