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Washer won't agitate
If your washer won’t agitate, the agitator repair kit is the most likely solution. The kit replaces worn, stripped, or damaged agitator components that keep the agitator moving through the wash cycle. If the agitator itself appears intact, inspect the drive block or bell, which connects the transmission shaft to the agitator. A worn drive block can allow the shaft to move while the agitator barely moves or does not move at all. Next, check the lid switch assembly. On some models, a failed lid switch prevents both agitation and spinning. Make sure the lid is fully closed and that nothing blocks the lid strike from engaging the switch or latch. A broken motor coupling, often caused by overloading or normal wear, can also stop the washer from agitating. Finally, inspect the drive belt for looseness or breakage. These checks apply whether you describe the problem as a washer not agitating or a washing machine not agitating. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement agitator repair kit, drive block, lid switch, motor coupling, or belt for your washing machine.
01 - Washing Machine Agitator Repair Kit
If the washer won't agitate, replacing the agitator repair kit may solve the problem. The kit contains the agitator components that are most likely to wear out and/or fail. If any of the parts are worn out, stripped, or damaged, replace the kit.
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02 - Washing Machine Drive Block or Bell
The drive block connects the washer transmission to the agitator. If the drive block is worn out, the transmission shaft will still move back and forth, but the agitator will only move slightly or will not move at all. Inspect the drive block for damage. If the drive block is worn out, stripped, or damaged, replace it.
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03 - Washing Machine Lid Switch Assembly
On some models the lid switch assembly prevents the washer from both spinning and agitating when the lid is open. If the lid switch assembly fails, the washer will not spin or agitate. To determine if the lid switch assembly is defective, use a multimeter to test the lid switch for continuity. If the lid switch does not have continuity when the lid is closed, replace it.
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04 - Lid Not Fully Closed
On most top load machines the washer will not agitate or spin without the lid being fully closed. Close the lid after loading the washer and ensure there are no obstructions preventing the lid strike from connecting to the lid switch or latch.
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05 - Washing Machine Motor Coupling
The motor coupling connects the motor to the washer transmission. If the washer is overloaded, the motor coupling will fail in order to protect both the motor and transmission. The motor coupling can also fail due to normal wear. Inspect the motor coupling to determine if it is broken. If the motor coupling is broken, replace it.
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06 - Washing Machine Drive Belt
Inspect the drive belt to determine if it is broken or if it is loose on the pulleys. If the drive belt is broken or loose, replace it.
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07 - Washing Machine Water Inlet Valve
To properly advance into the various wash cycles, the proper amount of water needs to enter the tub during the fill cycle. A defective or clogged water inlet valve may not allow enough water to enter the tub preventing the washer from going into the agitation cycle. The water inlet valve itself requires sufficient water pressure to function properly. First, check the water pressure to determine that it is adequate. If the water pressure is adequate, try cleaning the screens inside the water inlet valve hose connection ports. If the washer still doesn't fill adequately, replace the water inlet valve.
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Why won't my washer agitate but will spin?
Why won't my washer agitate or spin?
Can a broken motor coupling or drive belt cause a washer not to agitate?
How do I know if the agitator repair kit is the problem?
How do I find the correct washer agitator part?