Kenmore Elite 45986 Front Load Washer - Page 9 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Check your incoming fittings at the back of the machine-then if they aren't leaking your going to need to do a tear down and check inside machine-if you can't see anything going on you may need to hook water back up and run to see where the leak is-cheers Denny

his advice is for Kenmore Elite and Whirlpool Duet Front Loading washing machines displaying the "F22" error code. This is an indication of a door latch failure and/or interconnecting wiring problem. The first step in troubleshooting the problem is to unplug the washer for AT LEAST 30 minutes in an attempt to reset the Central Control Unit (CCU). This is the main "brain" of your washing machine. Sometimes these error codes are erroneous and can be easily cleared by resetting the CCU. If the error code reappears following a CCU reset, then you have a genuine problem. In addition, if the door latch remains locked following this procedure, there is a manual release you can use to open the door. Follow these steps: 1. Remove the lower panel under the door by loosening the three screws under the bottom edge on the front of the washer. HINT: If you prop up the front feet of the washer with a 2 x 4, it makes access to the screws much easier.2. With the screws removed, the lower panel should drop down then come off. If the panel sticks, a light tap on either side will knock it loose.3. Reach your hand up inside the washer behind the front casing on the right-hand side. This is where the door latch assembly is located.4. At the bottom of the door latch assembly is a small pull tab. This is the manual release for the door. Pull the tab straight down and the door will come open.If you still have the error code displayed, inspect the door latch mechanism for any broken, loose, or missing components. Next, open the top panel of the washer by removing the three screws in the rear of the washer that hold the panel in place. With the screws removed, the panel will slide back, then off. Locate the door latch on the right hand side behind the front panel. Inspect the wiring harness from the door latch to the to CCU. The CCU is located directly behind the wash tub in the top rear of the washer. Make sure all the connectors are snug and not loose or broken. In the majority of cases, a persistent error is a failed door latch. If all these preliminary checks are unsuccessful, replace the door latch. Follow these steps: 1. Unplug washer.2. Remove the outer portion of the door bellow. This is the gray rubber boot around the door. Feel around the edge of the door bellow where it attaches to the front of the washer. You will find a wire retaining hoop in the seam between the rubber and the front case. Follow this wire hoop to the bottom of the door bellow and you will find a tension spring. Carefully, stretch this spring apart and remove the wire hoop.3. Pull the rubber bellow from the door facing on the front of the washer being careful not to rip or tear it. Once removed, fold the rubber backwards inside the drum so you can access behind the front panel. DO NOT remove the rubber bellow from the wash tub.4. The door latch assembly is located behind the front panel of the washer on the right hand side. Locate and remove the three screws on the washer front that hold the door latch assembly in place. The whole assembly should come free from the washer front and be held by a plastic mounting bracket and several wire connectors.5. Carefully remove the latch assembly from the plastic mounting bracket BEFORE attempting to unplug any wires. It makes it much easier to access if you do.6. Unplug the wire connectors using care not to break any of the wires. You may want to write them down, but I believe they will only plug into their respective slots.7. Remove the old door latch and install the new one in the reverse order of the steps I just presented to you. Plug the wires back in first, then place the whole assembly back into the plastic mounting bracket, and then reattach to the front of the washer.8. Now, when you get the reinstalling the rubber door boot, you may want to get the assistance of a second pair of hands as it can be difficult sometimes to manipulate the wire retainer back into place. Carefully reattach the rubber bellow to the door facing on the front of the washer first.9. Starting at the top of the door bellow at the 12 o'clock position begin inserting the wire hoop back into the groove. Work your way around with both hands to the 4 and 8 o'clock positions. (This is where you could use those second pair of hands). While holding a slight downward tension on the wire hoop to keep it in place, pull the tension spring apart enough to snap the remaining part of the hoop into place at the bottom. Once you've completed these steps make sure the door closes and latches properly. NEVER slam a door with an electronic latch. They can break easily.

heating element in bottom of unit is bad -replace-cheers Denny

Clogged pump motor. Unplug machine, take off front cover and look for a cleanout. Open it up, and clean out any debris. Also check hose going from tub to the pump. I have seen where that will fill up with crud, like when this person washed a rug with a deteriorated rubber backing which fill the hose with gunk. When you open it be ready for a rush of water, so have a shop vac ready! And if that dont work, listen to make sure the pump motor is turning on. If it is, then their must be a clogged line. Good luck.

Tighten the screws that hold the door lock in place.You may also need to replace the part on the doorthat goes into the switch.Check the door or warping and try to bend it back into position.

Sometimes things can get out of sync. Try unplugging the machine for a few hours to rest the code on the board. It's like rebooting your computer. I did this to mine and it cleared up the problem. The capacitors on the board need to discharge to completely depower the board. That why unplugging and replugging right away doesn't always work.

Need to fitt new door seal

need to replace timer its fauilty

Fitt a new soilnoid valve at back in side machine

Replace soilnoid valve at the back in side machine

Turn it off, unplug it. Remove filter and check if filter and/or filter and pump housing are clogged with something "smelly". When you're at it check the drain pipe for too.

2 possible solutions:
1. Make sure small black hose connected to pressure switch is clear of obstructions by blowing through it
2. Replace pressure switch located at back top right of machine under top hood.
3. Make sure drain catch located at thebottom front behind the panel held in place by 3 screws is not blocked. It is the large white knob which can be removed by turning it counter clockwise and removing the tray to check for any items blocking it. Make sure you have towels in place to absorb any water when you remove drain catch
There are 2 videos on you tube taking you through these 3 steps

I don't just got done checking and sure enough it was filled with socks, rocks, and small debris. I don't know yet if it fixed it but will know in a few hours. In any case, these items could not have been good. First, try to make sure all water is out. Run on spin cycle for 10 minutes, be prepared for about 4 to 6 cups of water coming out.

the fix: You should always unplug for safety!
There are three screws at the very bottom of washer. You will need and extension and a star tip. They are on good and tight so I used a cordless drill and extension. I'm sorry I can't tell you which star tip I used. I bought a little security kit from harbor freight that has all these tips and one worked. Their is a white canister that has one hose in and another hose out. Just unscrew slowley and clean if dirty. You might be as surprised as I was if you find any junk.

Good Luck

"F21" is a Long Drain error code. This is an indication that you have an obstruction somewhere in the drainage system. Most commonly, this means there is something lodged in the drain pump or inlet line running from the wash tub to the pump. There is a white screw off cap on the drain pump that you can remove to inspect the pump impeller and clean. More than likely the filter is clogged up. Remove the bottom kick panel to get to the filter. Have some towels handy since there will be a bit of water that will come out when you open the filter. Take a look at the video above to show you how to access the pump filter.

KENMORE TOP LOAD WASHER WITH FE CODE WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?

keeps giving me f codes

what is the model number is then we can get you fixed then okay??

It can be due to the fact that there is no output to the drain when the program comes to the drain cycle, check the voltage to the drain before the drain pump can be confirmed to be faulty.This can also be due to the program controller unit or a faulty connection in the harness to the drain pump

BEFORE U BUY PEDESTALS PLZ GIVE THEM MODEL NUMBER AND THEY WILL LET YOU KNOW WHAT WILL FIT THANK YOU

hmm there is no f21 code there is a F02 code which means the washer is not draining which seems to be what you describe. Did you take the front axcess cover off and check the pump sump area?? Also check to see if the drain motor hums when drain/spin is selected if no hum and motor sits there and no blockage in trap you either have a faulty drain pump or main control board. Washer is still under factory warranty at 7 months so call whirlpool and they will send a tech out. Dont forget to rate my solution as solved if i answered your question accurately.....Thanks!!