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what is the element for in a washing machine?

my washing machine trips the trip switch. the water fills in ok but when the cycle starts the trip goes. is it the element or motor? tina
tina, September 2009
It's a Heating Element - like in a kettle...

Elements are often the weakest link - your problem could be motor related but it's more likely to be the element - try it on a cold wash if you can - no trip = broken element.

Good luck...

Peccavi, September 2009