Leaks. Leaks do not go away by themselves. Instead, leaks usually get worse over time and, if ignored, can harm other parts of the machine and your floor.
No button depressed. If your machine has a series of cycle control buttons, only one button should be depressed at a time. When multiple buttons are depressed at once, the machine does not run. Before calling for service, try changing the cycle setting by fully depressing a different button.
Overloaded machine. Overloading a washing machine causes excess wear on bearings, belts, and other components.
Oversoaping. Too much soap will not clean the clothes any better than the recommended amount. Lift the lid near the end of the agitating (wash) cycle. If you have a couple of inches of soapsuds on top of the water, use less soap.
Clogged vent. If the dryer takes a very long time to dry the clothes, check to see if the vent is clogged. Dryers should have a four-inch unobstructed vent line.
