2004 Kenmore Elite Calypso

[akidd]

I had our washer stop in the middle of a cycle, it indicated a ld code "long drain" and  ob code "off balance" and so I have read up about what it could potentially be. I took the bottom off of it and took off the pump drain and cleaned it out I had a couple of coins and some small debris, I was expecting a baby sock cause we had two small kids but nope....so I put everything back fairly easy, but I noticed a small 1 inch rubber bushing type piece laying inside as well with markings FSA BA-20 & 8316773 on it and cannot for the life of me find out what it is or where it came from......know one has been able to tell me a part even exists.....so I am stumped.......now when I start a load it fills but then when it is supposed to start up a spin cycle it just makes a loud humming noise......not good I suppose....I am willing to pay a tech to come out but I was wondering if I could make a quick inexpensive repair first.......anyone have any ideas?

Model 110.22062102

[Repair-man]

With the model number, all things are possible...

[akidd]

110.2206.2102 Kenmore Elite Series Calypso

[Repair-man]

There was a design improvement on the drain pump and motor assembly. It went from a 2-piece design to the current 1-piece unit shown below. If it were my machine, I would start with a new  pump.

Regarding the piece you saw fall out, it was likely something that failed within the  old pump. Unless you want to attach a picture of the piece, a description is not something we can go on to help you. Everyone has their own concept of what something looks and sounds like


Drain Pump Part # 285990

[Al Capone]

I updated the topic to include the model number information, thanks.

[akidd]

I have read about the upgrade drain pump & mtor....doesnt it run around 120 bucks? Do you think from my descirption that it would be this assembly? I seems to me that if it wont spin it may be transmission or clutch......but does the drain pump and motor run right at the start up or constantly while in a cycle?

[Repair-man]

I'm giving you my opinion based on 35 years experience. If you want a second opinion, please feel free to let JW or someone help you....


The machine goes thru a self check cycle in the main control. If the pump is not working properly all kinds of codes come up, including Ld and Ol

If you click on the pic I showed you above, you can price the part.

[whirlpooltech]

Repair-man is correct.

doesnt it run around 120 bucks?

Yes, it does.


Drain Pump Part # 285990

[akidd]

Is there a way to tell if the original drain pump & motor are good/bad? I hate to orde the part and that not be it......in your 35 years experience that is what you recommend? Also is there a way to pres and hold control buttons down to run a diagnostic check? I have read about it in the whirlpool calyspo repair manual .pdf....but they have different control buttons than my Kenmore......

[Repair-man]

Your machine has a tech sheet inside the  cabiinet, usually behind the front panel somwhere in a large envelope. It describes how to do the same key-dance on your Kenmore, except that the buttons correspond properly.

You can  do the diagnostics if you like, but remember that any part you order thru RepairClinic can be returned if it does not solve the problem.

[akidd]

Repair-Man.......I am sorry I had any doubt...it just wasnt making sense to me........ I order the new pump & drain assembly and installed it and abracadabra....! You know what your talking about.....Thanks, my wife .......and I appreciate your wise words...thanks!