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ALW540RMC (PALW540RMC0) Amana Washer - Overview

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Retaining Ring – Part Number: WP23748
Retaining Ring
PartSelect #: PS11740487
Manufacturer #: WP23748
The metal retaining ring, which is under an inch long, holds the rear wheels on the axels of the dryer. The main reason why it would need to replaced is if the retaining ring has sprung out of place o...
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Drain Pump – Part Number: 27001233
Drain Pump
PartSelect #: PS1594294
Manufacturer #: 27001233
This pump is attached to the motor and helps expel water from the washing machine. It is activated after the spin speed is maintained for a specific period of time.
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Spin Belt – Part Number: WP27001007
Spin Belt
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PartSelect #: PS11740578
Manufacturer #: WP27001007
This v-shaped spin belt helps transfer power from the motor to the transmission to help pump the water in and out of the washer. It also helps runs the spin cycle in the washer.
$48.27
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Washer Hose Clamp – Part Number: WP596669
Washer Hose Clamp
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PartSelect #: PS11743008
Manufacturer #: WP596669
This hose clamp is used in a wide variety of household appliances. Most often it is found in washers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers, garbage disposals, or air conditioners. This ...
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Thrust – Part Number: WPW10121334
Thrust
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PartSelect #: PS11748620
Manufacturer #: WPW10121334
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Adjustable Leveling Leg – Part Number: 22003428
Adjustable Leveling Leg
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PartSelect #: PS2021026
Manufacturer #: 22003428
If your washer shakes or vibrates loudly when it reaches its max speed, make sure the 4 levelling legs are even. Adjust the legs so that the machine is level, and tighten the locking nuts on the legs ...
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Idler Pulley Shaft – Part Number: WP56461
Idler Pulley Shaft
PartSelect #: PS11742857
Manufacturer #: WP56461
This shaft is made to fit the center of the idler pulley wheel of many clothes dryers. It is less than two inches long, and is made of metal.
$66.47
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Idler Pulley Wheel – Part Number: WP40045001
Idler Pulley Wheel
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PartSelect #: PS11742250
Manufacturer #: WP40045001
This wheel has a center metallic bearing. A dryer's idler pulley wheel serves to help the belt to rotate the drum.
$48.25
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Spring Retaining Clip – Part Number: WP22001650
Spring Retaining Clip
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PartSelect #: PS11739294
Manufacturer #: WP22001650
This spring retaining clip is just under 1 inch long. The clip is made entirely of metal and is attached to the back wall of the washer, under the console. If your washer is vibrating and louder than ...
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Washer Lid Hinge Mounting Screw – Part Number: WPW10119828
Washer Lid Hinge Mounting Screw
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PartSelect #: PS11748588
Manufacturer #: WPW10119828
Sold individually. NOTE: The color on the screw may not be the same as the image, but will still function the same.
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Drain Hose with Rubber Elbow – Part Number: WP40053901
Drain Hose with Rubber Elbow
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PartSelect #: PS11742254
Manufacturer #: WP40053901
This hose attaches to the pump to help remove the water out of the washer. 7 feet in length.
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Dryer Screw – Part Number: WPY014874
Dryer Screw
PartSelect #: PS11757438
Manufacturer #: WPY014874
Sold Individually.
$7.95
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Belt wore out
Had to remove pump-not easy. Nothing wrong with pump, but had to trash it to get it off the motor shaft, so I had to replace it, too.

Pop up top of cabinet and remove front panel. (I leaned unit back against a wall to facilitate internal access once panel was removed.)


Remove motor assy - 4 screws & connector.

Remove 3 pump screws (torx) and 2 hoses. Pry pump off motor shaft (not easy). I used a heat gun to help expand the plastic fitting on the motor shaft.

Remove old belt, put on new belt. (Do not use automotive belt-this belt is designed to slip because it also spins the tub. The tub will not spin when it's full of water, and the pump will not pump the water if the tub is bogging down the pump. Plus, you will probably overheat the motor.)

Press new pump back on motor shaft (advise not to re-use old pump as seals were probably damaged by removal process.)

Caution: Pressing pump onto motor shaft may cause pump rotor to bind in housing. Try to press it on a little too far so you back off slightly.

Replace pump screws.

Replace motor, giving attention to belt alignment.

Replace motor screws and connector.

Re-attach hoses on pump.

Button up cabinet.

Done.

The hardest part was removing the pump. If not for that, it would have been a 15-min, $20 repair.

Because I felt it wise to replace the pump also, it was a $70 repair.
Parts Used:
Drain Pump Spin Belt
  • Bruce from Medina, OH
  • Difficulty Level:
    A Bit Difficult
  • Total Repair Time:
    1- 2 hours
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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Water leaking on floor from "mysterious place underneath washer"
Water was leaking on the floor during the wash cycle and especially during draining of the washer. I removed the front panel at ground level and watched while draining after a rinse.

I t was obvious that water was spraying from a hole in the rubber end of the hose (the hose is a fused assembly of a plastic section and a rubber section).

So, I finished draining, removed the hose (required pliers to squeeze off a hose clamp).

Upon inspecting the hose, it was also apparent that the hole was caused by rubbing against a support bracket for the motor. This should not happen, but it did because the plastic standoff supposed to keep the hose away from the bracket was installed 180 degrees backwards.

So, I simply replaced the hose and turned the bracket around to the correct orientation.

Everything worked as planned and my repair cost was much less than if I had called someone out.
Parts Used:
Drain Hose with Rubber Elbow
  • Bryan from Chicago, IL
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    Less than 15 mins
  • Tools:
    Pliers, Socket set
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The spin belt failed due to overloading the washing machine.
Unplugged the washing machine and turned off the water to the machine. Removed the two front covers; unhooked the two front springs; removed the (4) motor mounting bolts; unhooked the two hoses for the water pump; unhooked the wiring harness; removed the belt from the driven pulley; pulled the motor assembly out; removed the (3) screws to separate the water pump from the motor; removed the belt from the motor pulley; installed new belt and repeated above in reverse to put everything back together; started washing machine and it worked great.
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Spin Belt
  • Mark from Cheektowaga, NY
  • Difficulty Level:
    Easy
  • Total Repair Time:
    30 - 60 mins
  • Tools:
    Screw drivers, Socket set
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