On my WWA8314PKLWH video soon to follow, when it starts on the wash cycle it begins with 30 seconds or so at Gentle speed, then ramps up to full agitation speed. It does the same thing at the start of the rinse cycle. I ve never know a filter flo to do this, but I have only previously dealt with single speed models. Is this normal? Also I don t understand the soak cycle at the end of rinse? Why did GE put this cycle together?
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All I can Remeber...
When I was a child we had a V-12. It acted almost the same way. I would say it would start on slow speed until the tub "locked", and then it would agitate at full or "Normal Wash". I think this is normal. Those are my memories
When I was a child we had a V-12. It acted almost the same way. I would say it would start on slow speed until the tub "locked", and then it would agitate at full or "Normal Wash". I think this is normal. Those are my memories
It's "normal" what it is doing. Well, that "soak" designation was pure marketing crap. Essentially, one could fill the washer up at that point and have it agitate for a couple of minutes, then push the timer knob in and let it soak for however long ya wanted. Then pull out timer knob and let it complete the cycle and then start for the regular wash.
Clutch!
I have had recent experience with GE 2 speed clutches. Yes, it is normal for it to start slow and then kick up to normal once the clutch parts get up to speed. Read the 1958 GE Filter Flo repair manual Robert scanned, it describes why and how this works. I can't quite grasp it, but it's pretty reliable. GE used the same 2-speed clutch for all the Filter Flos and even some before that.
Also, your washer should not make any grinding noises. If it does, the bearing for the outer clutch drum (and the shaft extension) are likely worn. Changing the GE clutch isn't rocket science, but you may need help removing the pin (I sure did).
Happy washing,
Dave
PS. The pump is located on top of the clutch and motor. If the pump leaks, it soaks the clutch and motor, leading to a likely bearing issue in the clutch. The motors are usually just fine.
I have had recent experience with GE 2 speed clutches. Yes, it is normal for it to start slow and then kick up to normal once the clutch parts get up to speed. Read the 1958 GE Filter Flo repair manual Robert scanned, it describes why and how this works. I can't quite grasp it, but it's pretty reliable. GE used the same 2-speed clutch for all the Filter Flos and even some before that.
Also, your washer should not make any grinding noises. If it does, the bearing for the outer clutch drum (and the shaft extension) are likely worn. Changing the GE clutch isn't rocket science, but you may need help removing the pin (I sure did).
Happy washing,
Dave
PS. The pump is located on top of the clutch and motor. If the pump leaks, it soaks the clutch and motor, leading to a likely bearing issue in the clutch. The motors are usually just fine.
Wash Sounds
Well, from what I can tell, its sounds like my sister's GE did back in the day. She started out in a rental house in 1975 with a filter flo similar to what I have. Then in 1977 got a BOL pair from JCPenney(GE). It just had the dial and one selector with sm med lrg. It lasted until 1989 when she got her last filter flo, which my brother in law did various repairs on. In 2004 She was tired of it and had always wanted a Maytag so they got an Atlantis pair, which sadly, has had a new pump and new motor in its life of 4 years. I told her that her filter flo was more reliable. Ok so back to the noises, I will post another video and you can tell me if you think it is grinding.
Well, from what I can tell, its sounds like my sister's GE did back in the day. She started out in a rental house in 1975 with a filter flo similar to what I have. Then in 1977 got a BOL pair from JCPenney(GE). It just had the dial and one selector with sm med lrg. It lasted until 1989 when she got her last filter flo, which my brother in law did various repairs on. In 2004 She was tired of it and had always wanted a Maytag so they got an Atlantis pair, which sadly, has had a new pump and new motor in its life of 4 years. I told her that her filter flo was more reliable. Ok so back to the noises, I will post another video and you can tell me if you think it is grinding.
Filter-Flo
I used to own this 1964 Filter-Flo, and is sounded the same as your description.
One thing to remember on these Filter-Flo's is NEVER to change the speed control with the machine running. Doing so can cause major problems.
I used to own this 1964 Filter-Flo, and is sounded the same as your description.
One thing to remember on these Filter-Flo's is NEVER to change the speed control with the machine running. Doing so can cause major problems.
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