Washing Machine Won't Agitate - Top 8 Problems and Fixes - Top-Loading and Side-Loading Washers

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  • čas přidán 7. 09. 2024

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  • @kerrywagner8857
    @kerrywagner8857 Před 2 lety +8

    Wow! That was the most well spent 11 minutes to watch this. Going step by step for all those possibilities was perfect. Even more, you showed not only what you “should” see, but also what you “shouldn’t “, i.e. the belts, the meter readings, damaged parts. I knew what I needed to check AND how to fix it! Thanks, you made my day!!

  • @inerttt
    @inerttt Před rokem +2

    Matt is my spirit animal.

  • @lmarcos53
    @lmarcos53 Před 3 lety +8

    On my washer, it turned out to be the washer shift actuator. The washer spun, but agitator was not working properly. Checked the dogs, but they looked fine. That's when I noticed the shift actuator was staying in the same position to spin at high speed, but not changing position to activate the agitator. Ordered it online, $50 part, and it's all good now. Easy to replace too!

    • @bobjones1131
      @bobjones1131 Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks, that's exactly what I needed to know !

  • @LauraChristinPhoto
    @LauraChristinPhoto Před rokem +4

    I was ready to call a service company but your technique of resetting the motor by lifting the lid 6 times fixed mine! Thank you so much!

    • @Shortdude1619
      @Shortdude1619 Před 10 měsíci

      Hi Laura. I didn't see this mentioned in the video. Can you elaborate on this please?

    • @Thomas-xm5ym
      @Thomas-xm5ym Před 6 měsíci

      I didn’t see this in the video either but I just tried it and it worked. 🤷‍♀️ my washer filled and then just sat there doing nothing, making no noise. Lifted lid and closed 6 times. Now it’s choochin.

  • @dustinpetty7352
    @dustinpetty7352 Před rokem +1

    Your technical support is great. Thank you for all your help.
    You guys are the best!

  • @user-kt9zo5bk5b
    @user-kt9zo5bk5b Před 11 měsíci

    Wow, I want to challenge my washer repair by myself and maybe my brother be interested to master it, before to attempt shopping new one. I'm appreciate your description details, which teach and encourage me to get through this challenge. Thanks , I will let you know later 😊

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 11 měsíci

      Good luck with your repair! Let us know if we can help you with anything.

  • @viviangarcia8244
    @viviangarcia8244 Před rokem

    Great video! Very concise and thorough! The examples showed very clearly what to look for and what to do as well as examples of what could be wrong. Excellent presentation! 👍🏻👍🏻

  • @chrisconey651
    @chrisconey651 Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you for take the time to break down the problems. Where do I go to show me how to disassemble my top loader to fix my Agitator

  • @sherah8803
    @sherah8803 Před rokem +8

    Cannot just lift the agitator out. How the heck do you get the agitator out?

    • @NTHunt
      @NTHunt Před 9 měsíci +2

      In my experience, you get it off with lots of frustration! I ended up using 3 of those little airbags used for getting into a locked car and it just popped off.

  • @excalibur1812
    @excalibur1812 Před 2 lety

    Awesome video..I have a GE profile washer. Not only was it not agitating, it would not respond to the according phase. When I would hit final spin, it would go into rinse mode. When I would hit rinse, it would go into the wash mode but not agitate. If I unplug the machine, it would eventually start washing, but not finish the whole cycle..It wouldn't wash, rinse, spin. I would have to wash again to rinse then hit final spin. But, it wouldn't spin, just makes the drain sound. Eventually, I can do the final spin. If takes like 3 days to wash a load. I bought a new system board and replaced it tonight. The functions perform, but still just continues to fill and not agitate. Mine is GE profile model WPRB8050D1WW. System board is 175D4489G004
    Unfortunately, they're are no qualified repairman in my area. Either I've hired them before with no luck or they have bad reviews. Any advice??

  • @dahyabhaipatel6210
    @dahyabhaipatel6210 Před 2 lety

    It is excellent presentation. But my washer is filling water, and going to wash mode and motor is humming but not turning. It could be either capacitor or some thing jam in agitator but it is moving freely so I think it is capacitor and I needed special meter to check it so I have order capacitor and meter to check my old one. If good I have to look into transmission part.

  • @CountryBlessingz
    @CountryBlessingz Před 3 lety +6

    Thanks for this post and description. We have a 1980 Kenmore washing machine that does not agitate on some cycles and hums or clicks when not agitating, but still spins. It also makes loud noises near spinning cycle. Could it be the same issue?

    • @joejones2847
      @joejones2847 Před rokem +1

      A 43 year old machine? You should give it a Viking funeral and update your system you would be amazed at how clean your stuff gets with new technology

    • @NiNitosix
      @NiNitosix Před rokem +4

      @@joejones2847 new technology is crap! I prefer the old washing machines. I have had several new pairs in the last 40 years and nothing works like the old ones.

    • @Ceaillinden
      @Ceaillinden Před 22 dny

      Did you ever solve this issue? I'm having the exact same issue with my old Kenmore.

  • @h1station
    @h1station Před 3 lety +6

    Question? My washer is an old washer top load and the agitator isn’t working properly I changes agitator dogs they were broken but it’s still not working properly it makes a sound like grinding when the washer starts washing

  • @Dogg1512
    @Dogg1512 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Great video, thanks, however these agitator scenarios did not address my issue.
    My Frigidaire top load washer (LB17a), agitated SLOWLY, so the clothes does not wash. The machine fills and spins fine, but slow agitation
    Help please 🙏

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 9 měsíci +1

      Can you please verify your model number for us?

    • @Dogg1512
      @Dogg1512 Před 9 měsíci +2

      @@appliancepartspros
      The Tag No is LB17a (Essential Care) this model is similar to the Electrolux
      Model No FWAB17J1EBGUW
      Scenario: there was a grinding sound during the wash cycle, I dismantled the spluch assembly, greased it and put it back together. Problem resolved, worked well a few times, then it started agitating slowly, even with all wash cycles

  • @emersoncampbell2661
    @emersoncampbell2661 Před 2 lety

    Thanks for the useful information.

  • @user-bl9kx6ku8o
    @user-bl9kx6ku8o Před 5 měsíci

    We’ll explain thank you !

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 5 měsíci

      You are welcome! If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.

  • @TheMotoKing
    @TheMotoKing Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you 💪

  • @rickshaw4632
    @rickshaw4632 Před rokem

    I have a top load Amana washer that is not agitating. The dogs look ok to me and the top part of agitator seems to work ok. The bottom part feels loose. Should I be able to just pop off the entire agitator assembly in one piece? I don't want to pull to hard if not. I had tried to get the bolt off on top part of assembly but that sucker is on there good. WD40 did not help.

  • @Sar-ahG
    @Sar-ahG Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you

  • @joejones2847
    @joejones2847 Před rokem +2

    Hey man I got one of the whirlpool model washers from late 2000s 2007-9. It locks the lid when operating and the only way to trick it so you can see if operate is to take the strike off and make the machine think the door is closed.
    But …… my machine just starting making a loud clicking noise during the agitation “(when the wash light is on just before rinse light is on) it’s moving the drum just a tiny amount and making that noise. It’s only doing it when it’s trying to wash a king size comforter and it’s heavy as hell. Is it possible the belt is slipping and causing a noise like that?? Or have you seen it be something else?

    • @jptews
      @jptews Před 6 měsíci

      I have almost exactly the same issue; any resolution @joejones2847? In my case it's any load, not just a heavy one.

  • @thegrimreefer7016
    @thegrimreefer7016 Před 3 lety +3

    What if the agitator won't move at all? This only says if it freely moves both ways. If it is frozen is that the transmission beeing bound up? I wish that was more clear.

  • @lynneaiken1647
    @lynneaiken1647 Před 2 lety

    Thank you!! Very informative..

  • @tedthornton7791
    @tedthornton7791 Před 2 měsíci

    The models that have the plastic piece and metal clip on top the spanner nut. If the plastic piece and metal clip is missing would it prevent agitation?
    RE:WTW4800BQ0
    Im only getting a slow rpm spin after water fills up. Your diagram shows a different style cam kit. Ig i apply pressure to top of agitator it agitates properly.

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 2 měsíci

      I checked the model you provided and I don't show the plastic and metal piece listed for that unit. It sounds like you need to check the agitator, splutch, and the agitator dogs visually for any damage.

  • @medr94
    @medr94 Před 22 dny

    Hello there, i have a WTW5700XL0....
    The washer only works if there is no clothes in, if there are clothes in the agitator wont work and there will be a weird sound (like the sound you get when you put a baseball card on the bike wheel.... we already change the actuator hoping that was the problem and it did help as the one that was removed was worn out... but it will only work properly if no clothes are add it .... hope you can help me

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 22 dny

      You will need to double check the installation of the shift actuator. Also, check the splutch, make sure those parts are not damaged or worn. Check the shaft on the transmission and the actuator to make sure those aren't damaged.

  • @tymr.t3645
    @tymr.t3645 Před 3 lety

    Thank you champ

  • @ramchandraghunandan8505

    Was real helpful.

  • @timothydupigny7307
    @timothydupigny7307 Před 3 měsíci

    Thanks you help me

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 3 měsíci

      You are welcome! Glad you were able to fix your issue! If there is anything we can help you with in the future please let us know.

  • @tankcrewman3487
    @tankcrewman3487 Před 8 měsíci

    lat9206bae maytag top washer barley agitates. it's not anything you mentioned but could it be transmission when it still spins and slite agitation.

  • @md-rf8fy
    @md-rf8fy Před 2 lety +5

    You recommend removing the Agitator, but you dont explain "HOW" to remove the agitator ???

    • @bartokthemagnifycent7078
      @bartokthemagnifycent7078 Před 2 lety

      Once you have the nut removed just pull it off. You may need to apply some force to get it off but it should come off.

  • @wadehampton1737
    @wadehampton1737 Před 2 lety +2

    What a PITA......I think I'll just go buy a new one.

  • @jasxsmiles
    @jasxsmiles Před rokem

    I think the coupling is stuck in the spines of my agitator bc when I removed it, I just saw the drive shaft...

  • @lindseywagner7510
    @lindseywagner7510 Před 3 lety +1

    Your awesome! Thanks so much!

  • @roslynr9767
    @roslynr9767 Před 3 lety

    You are great!

  • @tedthornton7791
    @tedthornton7791 Před 2 měsíci

    RE: WTW4800BQO
    ISSUE: 1st fills with water
    2nd slow rpm spin , no
    agitation . I hear a
    ratching sound
    ( unless i carefully
    apply Pressure downward
    on top of agitator. After re
    moving agitator and
    applying pressure
    downward on top of shaft
    same result .. It agitates
    as long as doward press-
    remains)
    Question: Could this be the clutch?
    Hopefully not the gearcase.😮
    Thanks in advance

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 2 měsíci

      That ratcheting sound could be the splutch. You will need to check those parts to make sure they are not damaged.

    • @tedthornton7791
      @tedthornton7791 Před 2 měsíci

      @@appliancepartspros when i swapped actuators i put one green screw in wrong hole. Found this today checking behind my self. So lever wasnt engaging splutch . Fixed that. Ratcheting sounds gone. But still only agitates when applying pressure on top of agitator durning time its suppose to agitate. Does a slower back forth agitation with tub sort back n forth for about 10 with downward pressure applied to agitator. Ok i quitting on it for the night. I think these models and similar WTW5000DW1, WTW5000DW2, WTW400BQO ant nouthin but da devil. Lol
      Swapped gear case( splines rusted out),
      water valves( only hot worked) , swapped agitator( splines stripped),
      New belt( old one melted) was squating on the ground, ( i blocked itt up til i was sure rest was ok then ill replaced suspension) , swapped capacitor)( made no difference) swapped actuators ( no difference) new dog ears (old ones wore out)
      Part of the time no lights are on while running.

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 2 měsíci

      It looks like you have replaced everything that could cause that issue. Double check the installation of those parts, make sure everything was installed properly. If all of that checks ok, the only thing left that could be causing the issue is the control board.

  • @kaylarehrig1967
    @kaylarehrig1967 Před 2 lety

    What would keep messing up the dogs??? This is the second wash plate I'm having to replace in less than a year. I originally called a repair man out and they charged me $300 to replace something. It was clicking the whole time it ran. They replaced it and then I noticed the wash plate spun freely after they left. Guy came back out and told me it was going to be another $300. I watched a few videos and replaced the wash plate. Well it started clicking again with in 3 months of the repair man coming out. My laundry is no longer getting clean again and I took the wash plate off and the dogs are completely smoothed out again. So I know it needs that at bare minimum but if like to fix what's causing that so I don't have to spend $50 every couple of months

  • @sdranac
    @sdranac Před 3 lety +1

    Hi! My Moffat washer does not agitate but it fills with water, drains and spins. It has a two pieces agitator. I can turn the agitator freely both ways. Once removed, the agitator can be turned one way but not the other (dogs are ok) If I hold the base and turn the top part. I checked all parts of the agitator and they are ok. However after removing the agitator and the bolt holding the coupling, the coupling is ok but the central shaft is turning both ways. Is this normal and what does it means if it doesn’t agitate but It spins? Thanks for your help!

    • @xianreiss
      @xianreiss Před 3 lety +1

      too bad no answer. I'm having the same issue

    • @linuxxxunil
      @linuxxxunil Před 3 lety +1

      @@xianreiss I’m gna check out the website. Said there are q&a and forums

    • @brykriner619
      @brykriner619 Před 3 lety +1

      I'm having the same issue. Nobody has an answer for this?

  • @h1station
    @h1station Před 3 lety +1

    What can it be if it’s not agitator dogs?

  • @la196
    @la196 Před rokem

    Does anyone know how to use the diagnostic code for a Roper RTW4516FW1?

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před rokem

      Hello Lori. Use the AppliancePartsPros.com link to help diagnosis your Roper top load washer. If you can't locate what you need, give us a call. We would be happy to help. www.appliancepartspros.com/repair-help/roper-laundry-center-rtw4516fw1-repair

  • @rayray2878
    @rayray2878 Před 10 měsíci

    Will that make it not spin too

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 10 měsíci

      What is the model number of your appliance and we can look into this issue for you.

  • @chrisconey651
    @chrisconey651 Před 9 měsíci

    I am not sure where to look for the number

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 9 měsíci

      The model number of the machine can be located under the lid, on the back of the control panel, or on the lower-front or side of the main cabinet body. Normally there is a sticker that will say mod or model on it.

  • @tammybarnes6311
    @tammybarnes6311 Před rokem +1

    So he tell what is possibly wrong , but does he tell u how too fix it?????

  • @121790tyler
    @121790tyler Před 10 měsíci

    What about the capacitor

    • @appliancepartspros
      @appliancepartspros  Před 10 měsíci

      What is your model number of the washer? What is going on with it?

  • @lesliekickery3629
    @lesliekickery3629 Před 3 lety

    What if my Whirlpool does not have an agitator in the tub and it won't wash once I hit the start button

  • @davidharvey1888
    @davidharvey1888 Před 3 lety +3

    So basically every time if it's failed you have to replace it lol

    • @t-bone7782
      @t-bone7782 Před 2 lety +1

      Thats what I got out of the video.

  • @Marcusf250
    @Marcusf250 Před 3 lety +1

    They don’t answer questions brah