Agitator and tub ring reinstalled.
Frigidaire Gallery Series Washer
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Agitator and tub ring reinstalled.
Gave it a trial run. Runs smooth and very quiet. Underneath? Bone dry. Tomorrow I'll clean up the exterior, then a wash video.
Thanks Eugene!
Great job on the repair. I find that frigidaire washers are either a super easy fix (belt), or a real pia. I always admired how tough those machines are, despite the fact that they are not particularly good washers. I have a few stack frigidaire units in some of my rentals and they have been running well for many years.
If you ever want a job fixing appliances in Cleveland I'll hire you on the spot!
If you ever want a job fixing appliances in Cleveland I'll hire you on the spot!
nice job Louie....those machines seem simpler to fix than what they appear.....
Yay Louie
You got it apart, back together and working, now you should tackle a 5YO SQ TLer, any TL GE washer built after 1994, a Norge, or even a compact WP World Washer for major repairs. All of the above washers can also be a major PIA for major tear-downs.
This is why DD WPs, GE FFs and two belt helical drive MT washers were usually the preferred machines by repair folks over the years.
You got it apart, back together and working, now you should tackle a 5YO SQ TLer, any TL GE washer built after 1994, a Norge, or even a compact WP World Washer for major repairs. All of the above washers can also be a major PIA for major tear-downs.
This is why DD WPs, GE FFs and two belt helical drive MT washers were usually the preferred machines by repair folks over the years.
Congratulations and huge cheers for you, Louie!
Now you can experience the joy of watching an indexing-tub machine at work. They love loads of mixed cottons, but don't particularly like sheets. Franklin-based machines will actually turn over a load well if just enough--but not too much--water is used. For all its faults, this Frigidaire will handle unbalanced loads like no other top-loader can.
Now you can experience the joy of watching an indexing-tub machine at work. They love loads of mixed cottons, but don't particularly like sheets. Franklin-based machines will actually turn over a load well if just enough--but not too much--water is used. For all its faults, this Frigidaire will handle unbalanced loads like no other top-loader can.
Ultra, I wish I had the guts to do tackle something like that! Your pix and explaination were great to see. I think I will miss my Kendaire version of your washer when the new house is ready (assuming I don't die of old age first). We have abused this washer for years with no problems. I don't hold the same thought about the new MT
Hey thanks guys for all the words of encouragement. While the repair itself was easy, tearing it down was another matter. Would I do it again? In a heartbeat. With each repair I hope to get faster and more proficient. It's funny, my dad said when he was doing this almost 40 years ago, I only showed mild interest. Better late than never.
Removed the lid. Yuk.
That's better.
Doing another load.
Indeed, it does not like sheets too much, but washes them acceptably. Funny, I did a queen size comforter yesterday, and it did a nice job, turnover and all. It uses a FULL tub of water. As God intended.
Never had a indexing tub before. I guess it adds to the drama, and you all know how we like drama in AW. It washes well enough, but then again I'm not putting anything stained or heavily soiled into it yet. One nuisance is the fabric softener dispenser. The fabric softener has to be diluted with water, at least that's what the cap says.
Final images and video coming soon.
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Finished!
I think great grandad approves.
I think great grandad approves.
Video coming up!
mrb627
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Nice Job
She cleaned up very well.
The WCI machines usually run smoothly and quietly.
Good work!
Malcolm
She cleaned up very well.
The WCI machines usually run smoothly and quietly.
Good work!
Malcolm
cammurray22
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Frigidaire Gallery Series Washer
One of White-Consolidated Industries. Agitator clicks and grunts very loud while coasting to a stop from the spin.
One of White-Consolidated Industries. Agitator clicks and grunts very loud while coasting to a stop from the spin.
Thanks Malcolm!
Video is complete. I just need to edit it for length.
At long last....
Just Me, Or:
Is that painfully slow fill someone's idea of "saving energy?"
Skipped nearly 2 minutes in, and find it isn't even 1/4 full. If thats a hot wash, the water will be cold if it ever manages to fill up. LOL.
Funnily enough, the motor sounds like its "singing" a slow, and low version of the Nyan Cat
*AW.org users may need to be slightly loopy for this effect to work.
An interesting machine, nonetheless.
Is that painfully slow fill someone's idea of "saving energy?"
Skipped nearly 2 minutes in, and find it isn't even 1/4 full. If thats a hot wash, the water will be cold if it ever manages to fill up. LOL.
Funnily enough, the motor sounds like its "singing" a slow, and low version of the Nyan Cat
*AW.org users may need to be slightly loopy for this effect to work.
An interesting machine, nonetheless.
Up and running and looking great, Louie! I have such a soft spot for these Franklin-based washers.
Attaining maximum rollover with it requires using a precise amount of water. The load tends to simply whirl (albeit gracefully) around with the indexing tub when there's a lot of 'open' water. Experiment with it and you'll get really good at nailing the water level's sweet spot for any given load.
I'd forgotten how soon the spray rinse occurs in the first spin. Always liked that, as the clothes weren't plastered against the tub. It's a very effective little spray rinse.
Just for kicks, put it to the unbalanced load test. You'll be amazed at how well it handles unbalanced conditions. Beats every other top-loader hands down.
Thanks for posting the video; it was an enjoyable little blast-from-the-past. Now I miss my 2005, LOL![this post was last edited: 8/15/2015-07:43]
Attaining maximum rollover with it requires using a precise amount of water. The load tends to simply whirl (albeit gracefully) around with the indexing tub when there's a lot of 'open' water. Experiment with it and you'll get really good at nailing the water level's sweet spot for any given load.
I'd forgotten how soon the spray rinse occurs in the first spin. Always liked that, as the clothes weren't plastered against the tub. It's a very effective little spray rinse.
Just for kicks, put it to the unbalanced load test. You'll be amazed at how well it handles unbalanced conditions. Beats every other top-loader hands down.
Thanks for posting the video; it was an enjoyable little blast-from-the-past. Now I miss my 2005, LOL![this post was last edited: 8/15/2015-07:43]
The washer is connected with only one hose to the wash basin's faucet and it's not exactly a small tub. So yeah, it was going to be a slow fill.
