HAVE A WATER LEAK ON MY KENMORE ELITE TOP LOAD WASHER AND NEED TO REMOVE COVER TO SEE WHATS GOING ON . HOW IS THE COVER REMOVED ?

Try taking off the top. This is held by two spring clips that can be released using a pair of putty knives. Slide the putty knives in from the front of the cabinet on each side so that you push down on the clips. Then you can remove the top. The clips are part 6 on the top and cabinet diagram here: https://www.searspartsdirect.com/model/2y7mjzejlr-000582/kenmore-11022992103-washer-parts .

I hope this helps. We had a problem with a similar washer and the only way to access the inlet valves was to remove the top, as above.

Cindy Wells

You'll gain access by removing the back cover

water coming from the bad seal on the shaft. Lift agitator, bolt underneath, loosen pull out basket. From spindle. ..seal underneath. Must take cover off first. Slide a butter knife at edges in front at seam. there's a two ,clips. in there. Usually 2 bolts up towards top on inside edge of front cover. Make sure power cord unplugged.turn basket upside down. You will see seal.

See if the top of the adgitator is removable, there is a bolt way down under the liquid fabric softener and top lid. And possibly a top sealed cover as well...

HI THERE, IT SOUNDS AS IF YOUR PUMP IS BLOCKED, NOT WORKING OR SOMETHING MORE SERIOUS. START BY CHECKING THE PUMPS IS NOT BLOCKED, LOOSE CHANGE NORMALLY CAUSES THIS AND IS RELATIVELY EASY TO FIX.

Finding the pump on the Kenmore Elite top load washer is a fairly easy project that can be done in about a half hour. The Kenmore Elite is part of the GE line of appliances and shares many of the same interior mechanical parts and systems. The Kenmore Elite is a very streamlined exterior cabinetry design, but the interior can be accessed by removing just a few screws in order for you to locate the water pump.
things you'll need:

• Screwdriver

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     Unplug the electrical cord of the Kenmore Elite top load washer from the electrical outlet before attempting to locate the pump.
     

   • 2

     Remove the end caps on the control console of the dryer by pressing in on the caps with your thumbs and pulling the caps forward to unfasten them.
     

   • 3

     Unfasten the screws on the ends of the control console in the front with a screwdriver and tilt the console back so that it rests on the back hinges.
     

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     Unplug the top lid switch from the rear of the lid that sits underneath the control console, pulling the switch straight up off the metal prongs by hand.
     

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     Pry the metal clips that sit on the top lid up with a screwdriver, lifting the clips to unlatch the top and pull the top lid cover off the washer base, setting it aside.
     

   • 6

     Locate the water pump at the base of the washing machine on the top of the motor shaft.
     

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   • take the cover off the pump and remove any blockage or debris.
     

thanks and good luck

iain



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sounds like the water pump, is leaking or the rubber hose from the drum to the pump. its very hard for money to get thru the filter holes, of the drum to the pump

Your water inlet valve is leaking it needs to be replaced.You need to remove the top to access it.There are screws along the back edge holding it on.

Outstanding diagnosis. You are correct to assume a water inlet problem and, "yes", this can be a common problem. If you live in area that has hard water, or if you use well water, sediment, rust and calcified deposits can clog the small diaphragms inside the valve causing them not to close properly and leak by. You can attempt to clean the valve by removing it and submerging it in a 50/50 solution of distilled vinegar and hot water for about 30 minutes, Sometimes this can dissolve any clogs and restore the valve to full operate. However, if this does not work, you will need to replace the valve.

The following link explains the steps required to replace the valve if you need directions:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r3753262-front_load_washer_fills_when_not_in_use

I have included web resources to search for replacement parts.


If you have any questions about this repair, please post back and let me know. I hope this helps you.

sounds as if you have a drain issue, most common cause of fault is theres something stuck in the pump housing. remove the lower acess panel(3 screws along the bottom of the forn of unit) youll gain acess to the pump housing, remove the large cover to the "button trap" by uncscrewimg the cover, it will be righthin front of you in the center of machine when cover removed, im sure youll find your blockage within there

Hi,
Its possible that your trans. is going to need replaced. Maybe have some bad seals on the trans. As far as the water leak goes. Could be a tub seal, maybe some worn inlet hoses, maybe a leaky inlet valve.

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