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How to Troubleshoot Roper Washing Machines


Roper washing machines are consumer washers sold under the Roper
Appliances name brand. Roper Appliances is a division of the Whirlpool
Corporation. Roper washers are available in both top-loading and
front-loading machines. Regardless of which specific style or model Roper
washer you own, you may experience some performance problems with the
appliance. When this happens, you can do some basic troubleshooting on
your own, which may save you the cost of calling a service technician out
to your home.



Instructions


1.
* 1


Push the washer basket to the center of the unit, if it appears to
be crooked. If the basket just looks crooked because the washer it
not sitting level, use a wrench to adjust the rear legs and get the
washer level. A washer that is not level can also cause some noise
from vibrating on the floor.



* 2


Follow the directions on the bottle of detergent, liquid fabric
softener or bleach to prevent clogging in the dispensers. Wipe up
any spills to avoid any problems with the liquids.



* 3


Move the washer away from the wall if you are experiencing water
leaks so that you can determine where the leaks are coming from.
Check all hoses attached to the washer to make sure they are tight.



* 4


Remove any suspected hoses to clean out suspected clog or clean out
any suspected drains that may be clogged. If the water is coming
from inside the washer, it just means that you have overloaded the
unit and it is splashing out. An overloaded washer can also result
in some noise. If you have implemented these fixes and are still
leaking water, you likely have a plumbing issues and should call a
local plumber.



* 5


Push the power cord into the three-pronged outlet firmly, if you are
having issues of no power, the washer stopping, not filling or
rinsing. Also, check the timer knob to be certain that it is lined
up with a cycle and that you have pulled the knob out to start it.
Other causes can be a blown fuse, tripped breaker and the washer lid
being open instead of closed.



* 6


Use a smaller amount of detergent than recommended by the
manufacturer if you have soft water and your laundry loads are not
draining or spinning. This can be due to excessive suds from too
much detergent.






Tips & Warnings


* Look behind the washer to disconnect the water inlet hoses and check
for clogs. Also straighten any kinks in the hoses.

* If you remove the drain hose to look for a clog, be sure to put it
back on loosely because if it is too tight, the washer will get stuck
on the cycle.

* A clogged drain hose, an open washer lid and a drain hose kept higher
than 96 inches above the floor can cause a washer to not drain or spin.

* Never use an extension cord to connect the washer to power.



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