Whirlpool AWM336…needs new pump I think

[flyingmonkey]

Hi all

Our 7 year old washer keeps sticking on cycles and not going on to rinse.

I have read through this site and others and I think it is too old to have electronic load balancing. Looking at a few of the posts on here it looks like it needs a new pump.

I am reasonably competent with electronics but would it be cost effective to repair the washer or is it time for a new one?

Thanks

Nick

[gegsy]

Re: Whirlpool AWM336…needs new pump I think

Hi Nick
It could be faulty fill valve,heater or thermostat also. Pump if required is around the £53.
In what way does it stick ie- what can you see and hear?
Un plug appliance if you are going to fault any further :plug:

Greg

[flyingmonkey]

Re: Whirlpool AWM336…needs new pump I think

Thanks for quick reply.

It sticks as in the dial gets to a certain point (usually a or b) and then all that happens is that the drum just fills and drains as if it is at start of the cycle (good job we’re not an a water meter).

If I manually jog dial on it kicks back into life.

Tonight I had to mess around for ages to even get the washer to go past the fill cycle.

Thanks

Nick

[gegsy]

Re: Whirlpool AWM336…needs new pump I think

Hi Nick
Sounds like a possible blockage in the fill pressure system and/or timer problem.
Without being hands on its hard to tell 😕
You may want to consider an engineer. Please use the link below to find one.

Regards

Greg

[flyingmonkey]

Re: Whirlpool AWM336…needs new pump I think

Many thanks – I will get some quotes.

[flyingmonkey]

Re: Whirlpool AWM336…needs new pump I think

Just had some good news: after checking all our warranty info it turns out that we registered for the Whirlpool 10 year parts guarantee.

I phoned Whirlpool to make sure we wouldn’t get stung for labour, etc and all we pay is £72.50 and that covers all the labour costs until the problem is fixed.

Looks like a good deal so I will go with this option unless anyone knows of a reason not to?

Thanks

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