When your Amana washer won't stop, the most likely cause is water siphoning from the tub because the drain hose is installed too low, sealed tightly at the standpipe, or pushed too far down the drain pipe. The drain hose should end about 30 to 36 inches above the floor in a standpipe or laundry tub. If the washer drains normally but the washer keeps running, a defective control board is the next likely cause. Inspect the control board for burned areas or shorted components, but remember that it cannot be tested easily. A faulty main control board can cause similar problems and may leave the washing machine stuck on a cycle. If both boards appear normal, test the timer with a multimeter and the wiring diagram, then replace the timer if it fails. These issues can cause a washer not stopping, a washing machine that won't stop, or a washer stuck on wash. Unplug the washer before servicing, and enter your model number to find the exact replacement drain hose, control board, main control board, or timer for your specific Amana washing machine.
01 - Water siphoning from tub
If the water is siphoning from the tub the outlet end of the drain hose is likely lower than the water level in the tub. The drain hose should terminate between 30 inches to 36 inches (77 centimeters to 92 centimeters) above the floor, depending on the model, in a standpipe or laundry tub. If the drain hose is sealed at the top of the standpipe or excess hose is pushed too far down into the pipe, siphoning can also occur.
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02 - Amana Washing Machine Control Board
If the washer can successfully drain the water from the tub then a defective control board could be responsible for the washer not stopping. The control board cannot be easily tested, but you can try to inspect it for signs of burning or a shorted-out component to help determine if the part should be replaced.
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If the washer can successfully drain the water from the tub then a defective main control board could be responsible for the washer not stopping. The main control board cannot be easily tested, but you can try to inspect it for signs of burning or a shorted-out component to help determine if the part should be replaced.
If the washer can successfully drain the water from the tub then a defective timer could be responsible for the washer not stopping. You can test the timer by using a multimeter and consulting the wiring diagram. If the timer is defective, replace it.