TM 55-1905-219-14-8
4-5.
GENERAL (Continued).
Table 4-18. Washer/Dryer Troubleshooting (Continued.)
MALFUNCTION
TEST OR INSPECTION
CORRECTIVE ACTION
6.
Noisy operation.
Step 1. Knocking sound - driver brace.
Check cable set for proper adjustment. Tighten as necessary.
Step 2. Knocking sound - hose clamp.
Hose clamps out of position, vibrating against mechanism plate.
Reposition as necessary.
Step 3. Slapping sound - water level safety switch line hitting outer tub.
Check pressure tube. Sound isolator in place and tension on tube. Adjust
as necessary.
Step 4. No brake or long brake time slippage in agitate clutch.
Agitate clutch adjustment.
7.
Insufficient water level.
Step 1. Timer dial not properly aligned.
Realign timer dial.
Step 2. Low water pressure.
Check flowing water pressure to be at least 20 psi (137.9 kP) at product.
Have plumbing corrections made as necessary.
Step 3. Restriction in water system.
Check for kinked fill hoses, dirty inlet screws, damaged flow washer or torn
diaphragm in water valve. Make necessary correction or replacement.
Step 4. Other water usage during fill period.
Where water supply is limited, caution user against other water usage
during wash operation.
4-67