How Do You Troubleshoot A Heavy-Duty Kenmore Washing Machine?
In addition to making washers for the home, Sears’ Kenmore brand manufactures washers for commercial installations like apartment buildings and hotels. The machines can sometimes be coin-operated, too. The main difference between the commercial washer and a domestic washer, other than the coin box, is that they are constructed with heavier materials and have fewer wash speeds. Usually there is only one or two speeds—slow and fast or just fast. Check that the load is balanced and that the washer is level if the washer becomes noisy. Redistribute the load if necessary. Make sure the yellow shipping strap was removed when the washer was installed. Gears engaging is a normal washer noise, though. Ensure that the fill hoses are tight if the washer starts to leak. Make sure there are washers installed between the fill hose and the wall outlets. Check that the drain hose is clipped to the drain outlet at the wall. Commercial washers need to be able to handle 17 gallons of water a minute, so
