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ARDO Washer won't agitate

If your ARDO washer won't agitate, the agitator repair kit is the most likely cause. Worn, stripped, or damaged agitator components can leave the washer not agitating even though the motor and transmission are running. Next, inspect the drive block or bell, which connects the transmission shaft to the agitator. A damaged drive block may allow the shaft to move while the agitator barely moves or does not move at all. The lid switch assembly is another common cause because it prevents the washer from agitating or spinning when the lid is open. Make sure the lid is fully closed and that nothing blocks the lid strike from reaching the switch or latch. If those parts check out, inspect the motor coupling for breakage caused by overloading or normal wear, then check the drive belt for damage, looseness, or slipping on the pulleys. These faults can cause washing machine not agitating problems and may also result in a washer that won't spin. Enter your model number to find the exact replacement part for your specific ARDO washing machine.

01 - ARDO 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 - ARDO 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 - ARDO 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 - ARDO 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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06 - ARDO 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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07 - ARDO 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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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is my ARDO washer not agitating but still running?
Why won't my ARDO washer agitate or spin?
Could a broken motor coupling or drive belt keep my washer from agitating?
How do I find the correct ARDO washer agitator part?
Can I test the ARDO lid switch before buying a replacement?