Fixing A Whirlpool/Kenmore Washer That Will Not Either Agitate Or Spin!
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- Опубликовано: 3 авг 2024
- Video shows how to fix a whirlpool (WTW4816F) washer that is making a clicking noise and will not agitate. This video is applicable to most newer style Kenmore and Whirlpool washing machines that will either not agitate or spin. In the video I show how to replace the shift actuator/mode shifter to solve this problem! This video is part of my series "Free on Facebook" in which I repair, recycle, and repurpose things that would otherwise be destined for the landfill!
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THANK U SOOOO MUCH!! Very informative and fixed my washer. I like how u compared the broken one to the new. Helped alot
I am glad you found the video helpful! Great job fixing your washer!
Thanks to Edward Bernese
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Hey my Maytag washer don't have that component you fixed on this one . What could be my problem
Switched my shift actuator and now my washer works! Thank you for this great video.
Great to hear!
I owe you BIG TIME my friend!!! A simple $25 actuator from Amazon was the fix, and you gave me the confidence to tackle this job which you made look easy.....and it was!! You have no idea how many people you have blessed with your videos. Thank you sooooo much once again!! ❤❤
Thank you for the kind words! I am glad the video was helpful!
67 yr old woman (vet) & I fixed my washer myself, thanks to you :) Thank you so very much
Thats awesome! Glad I could help!
Perfect. Exactly what I needed to fix mine. It was spinning but not agitating. Much appreciated.
Awesome! Glad I could help!
Way more helpful than the long drawn out video the other guys did , you made the story short and simple, thanks
Your welcome! Glad you found the video to be helpful!
THANK YOU……THANK YOU…… THANKKKKK YOUUUUUUUUU !!!!!!! I was getting ready to buy a new machine but decided to followed your steps, brought a new actuator, replaced it myself (52 yo lady, lol) and my machine started working again. THANK YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!!!!
You're very welcome! Glad I could help! Comments like this keep me motivated!
I watched 100 videos to fix no spin. You are the only one tell people how to fix a spin problem.
Awesome! Glad to help!
I watched so many videos on this problem and they all gave very complicated solutions but none mentioned this! I was ready to call a repairmen and then I saw this. $20 later and my machine is working like new!!!! THANK YOU!!!!
Awesome! Glad I could help! Great job on the fix!
Thank you. Out of all the videos and websites this was the best and it honestly saved me from spending $600 for a new washer. My old one is working like new!
Glad I could help!
Thank you so much for posting this video. I knew as soon as I heard the clicking that this was probably the issue with my washer. Sure enough, that's exactly what it is. I appreciate you so much. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Glad to help! Great work on the repair!
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Great video. I was able to track down the exact part I needed for my whirlpool. Took about 20 minutes to fix it and I’m up and running. Thank you so much.
Awesome! Great job on the repair!
@@DuctTapeMechanicwell, broke a few days later. It was making “grinding” noises after the repair but everything worked. This morning it broke again. I’m guessing the rest of the parts are on the next order.
Thank you very much for this video. It helped me locate the issue right away. Really appreciate the detailed walkthrough!
You are awesome! My shifter actuator was not broken but just got dislodged from the motor, reconnected it then fixed for free! Thanks man! More power to you!
Great to hear!
Thank you! Replaced the actuator on mine and fixed the agitator not working.
Fixed my washer cause of your video! Thank you!
That's awesome! Your welcome!
I like this video,it's the same way with my whirlpool washer machine that doesn't agitate too well,so I can get another new shift actuator to have my washer machine to cycle & agitate to wash clothes well.
You are GREAT!!! Thank you SO much. I subscribed of course, to help support the good work you do for all of us out here. This is a great video: clear, short, and provides ALL the info we need to know 🙏 👍🏼❤
Thanks for the sub! Appreciate the kind words!
Amazing, this guy nailed it. Thank you
Good video. I have a washer that gets stuck in spin sometimes. Replaced the actuator motor years ago with the same symptoms. Time for new plastic motor.
This was great thank you so much this answers my question that’s what my machine was doing. It was spinning and draining, but it was not washing.🤦🏽♀️
Thank you for this fix I got my machine up and running in 10 minutes (after spending 20 minutes shutting off the water and removing the kitchen door)
Awesome job!
Thank you! Very informative and helped me save a bunch of money!
Glad it was helpful!
fixed my problem. somehow my actuator arm popped out but didnt break. great explanation and thank you!
You're welcome!
Exactly the problem I was having. Thank you for this.
Glad it helped
This helped me fix my washer. Thanks!
Glad it helped!
Algorithm bump, this was my issue. Thank you
Great Video . The information you shared was very helpful. i had the same problem.
Thank you! And great job with your fix!
I owe you a big thank you for this! But I want to tell you what happened with me, it might help someone else out. My Whirlpool was spinning but not agitating, after your video I ordered a shift actuator- BUT I got a knock off brand, put it in and the washer STILL didn't work. I was really pulling my hair out, because it really seemed like the problem was the shift actuator, but it still didn't work with a new part?! finally called an appliance guy [for a mere $140] and he said the problem WAS the new part; the specs were off just enough to cause a problem. Long story less long, I got the part from Maytag, put it in and BOOYAH! Success. Also- Maytag redesigned it so it looks different from the original [mine was the rust colored one]. There is an extra compartment where the wire hub gets connected. For whatever that's worth.
Thanks again for posting, and maybe my aggravation could spare someone else.
Glad the video was at least a little helpful!
@@DuctTapeMechanic It was a LOT helpful!! Thanks again!!
Couldn’t figure out why my clothes just didn’t smell and look as clean and this was the issue, except the arm wasn’t broken the rod somehow was not in the hook part. Thanks for the video 👍🏼
Sometimes that happens. If it continues to happen you will have to replace the shifter. Thanks for watching!
Dude, I just found the same thing after having to do the repair in this video, I almost think it might be a design feature to make their warranty work less costly. Think about it, if something really jams up the agitator (like a $1.05 in change in my case) it's better for the arm to bend and pop out than break. Pretty ingenious on their part, it's like a free reset once you unjam the agitator.
Thank u so much, my washer is now working. Bill from Clermont fl✝️🙏🏻😀
Glad to help!
Thanks ya a life saver. God bless you
Great video! Thanks for making these!
I appreciate the support!
Thank you! You saved us so much money
That's awesome! Glad the video helped!
Can u show the link to where u purchased the new one?
Good job fixed my problem $55 part. Thank you
AWESOME! Glad to help!
Where did you find your part?
Thanks! Excellent video.
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for supporting the channel!
I was ready to buy a new machine until I saw you video. Ordered new part on Amazon for $25.
Very nice! Best of luck with the repair!
Which part was it there’s many do u have the link
Great video. Thanks
You're welcome!
I replaced the shift actuator on the same exact model washer whirlpool. It still wont agitate or leave the “sensing” cycle. The belt is fine the motor spins freely not locked up or anything. However during calibration cycle it stopped before 3 minutes and made a loud grinding sound and stopped calibrating
Great video. Thanks 🙏🏽
Your welcome!
Very helpful. Thanks
Your welcome!
Thank you. Just fixed mine
You're welcome!
Thanks so much!
Thank you. subscribed
Your welcome!
Thanks was exsactly what you said !!!!!!
Thanks for the videos. I have a question. Our whirlpool washer is about 10 years old. It was exposed to some cold draft when we tried to use it. It was during the extreme cold wave which made our utility room cold near the floor. In drain mode just a loud buzzz then I quickly unplugged it. Then I tryed to start it again and nothing. Im thinking the water pump had Ice in it. But I cant get it to fill or don anything now. thinking I might have broke something. Any ideas?
I think this is my issue and will the washer get stuck on rinse ? I know the sound and the agitator is doing exactly what you showed thank you .
Thank you very helpful
Your welcome!
Thank you
Fantastic video, as always. Tons of conjecture online about OEM versus Amazon parts. OEM are double the price. Worth it?
Thanks for the kind words. Honestly, I have had no issues buying from Amazon. I have bought shifters, motor couplers, etc. with no issues. The only thing I am a bit skeptical about is suspension rods but if they last 2 years instead of 4, I think it's worth the gamble. But some people only swear by OEM.
Thanks!
You're welcome!
Thank you for your video. My whirlpool top load stacked washer/dryer: the washer is doing as your video shows. The repair fella from the appliance store said by a new one, the gear case needs replacing. He said it was leaking oil? Where do I purchase the part you show in your video? New subscriber here. Thanks again!
If the gearcase is bad then replacing the shifter will do you no good. But the shifters are available on Amazon and can be searched for by part number (there really are only two types for whirlpool a black colored one and a red one) tip the washer back and have a look. Also look down there at your gearcase, if your gearcase is leaking oil then that pretty much means you need a new washer.
My washer spins just fine but agitates very slow like it is getting stuck and I replaced the agitator dogs today
@@DuctTapeMechanic Thank you for the information! Much appreciated.
Hi there. My washer will spin but not agitate. From watching your videos, it looks like the shifter/actuator must be broken. It's juts a small Haier portable washer (HLPN21) and I've already fitted a new belt. Do you know how to fix/replace that part? It looks nothing like this one, unfortunately. Thank you.
Our whirlpool machine did exactly like in your video, the clicking noise and not agitating. The only difference was that our arm on the actuator was stiff and not loose like in your video. We replaced it anyways as we saw other videos explaining that the sensors might be shot. Despite replacing the actuator, it is still making the clicking sound and not agitating. What else could we do? I'm just about to give up....
Thanks for this video. My kenmore washer made the same noise and I bought a new shift agitator and it broke after 3 washes. Is there something else possibly wrong? It will spin but won't agitate when in wash mode. I did notice my original part that failed is a 4W and the ones they sell now are 2.8W. I just don't know what else to do at this point.
I would first check to see if the clutch moves freely when moving it up and down with your hand. If in doubt, replace the clutch and actuator as a pair. Good thing about Amazon is that they have a good return policy.
How did you bypass the lid switch if you don’t mind me asking? Great video
I stuck the striker in the lid lock by removing it from the lid with which it is fastened on with two t-10 screws. Should be only done for testing/diagnostic purposes.
Does the shifter assembly also put it in drain mode? My booklet is showing its either lower machine harness or replace pump motor... my problem is when it goes to drain mode there is a humming sound, even when i put it in manual mode to check drain pump it still has the humming and will not drain... also sometimes when i leave washer unplugged for a period of time its like it resets it and i can get the drain pump to drain... i dont want to test all the continuity points so the booklet says if its a stuck pump replace pump... if so dobu have any videos for that?
Have same mashine different mode shifter but it won't agitate agitator spins free from top or i can spind shaft on bottom but not the top agitator part. Mode shift selects fine no fork broken aspins fine lid cloaes fine pump is fine but no agitating is the only thing. Could it be the transmission?
Hello thank for the video I change my and the machine work perfect for 2 day . I check the shifter and is good do you know what is the problem
Most likely, the clutch is stuck (it is the part the shifter is actually moving). I have a video on how to replace it:
ruclips.net/video/CfDhnqsvoyU/видео.html
I hope you answer my question… the screw on my agitator always comes loose during a wash causing it to not agitate properly, and I do believe it’s missing a part on the bottom (underside) please help. Anyone!?
Same thing happens to mine. I hate this washer.
Thanks this fixed the problem, but 3 days later same problem came back. What’s is your advice?
Could your clutch is jamming. Remove shifter and see if the clutch lever can be moved up and down manually
I have a similar machine. I replaced the actuator like you did here. The error codes tells I might have an issue with the water pressure switch but I am not finding much for this style washer on that part. With the Soil selector instead of a water level selector knob. Would love to hear what you know? Error codes are F8E1 & F3E1
F8E1 means water supply valves are not fully open or partially open. Turn the water supply fully open so that there's a pressure going in. F3E1 means your water is so slow or no water detected, check your host, pipes, wires, or the main control board.
Planned obsolescence is a much faster process with the wide spread use of plastics. Today’s appliances and electronics break down faster than ever before to get consumers to spend more than necessary.
True that!
What’s the actual part number to this part you replaced? I have that exact washer and it’s not agitating but it’s spinning loudly though
I'm this video would help me fix my whirlpool washer machine that makes that ticking noise that doesn't agitate to cycle too well.
Mine has the sensing light on. Put it in diagnostic mode. And the forst set of lights that light up are: sensing and wash. The second is: done
I have an older mode l Kenmore 500 model. It is making loud noise in wash mode. What might be the problem? Thanks!
Do you have a top load washer that works I'm interested
Thats the exact washer I have with the exact issue.
My washer will do everything but agitate. When it's supposed to be agitating, I can hear a pulsating buzz, kind of like a phone would, but it's not doing anything. It's not loud or vibrating, you wouldn't suspect anything wrong with it. I just started noticing freshly washed and dried clothes didn't smell the same. My wife uses detergent pods. I would throw one in after I filled the tub with dirty laundry and when I came back later to swap into the dryer, a few articles of clothing would have a gooey substance stuck to them and I couldn't figure it out immediately. I smelled it and it smelled like detergent. That's when the lightbulb went on that the clothes weren't being washed.
To add, the washer will fill, drain, and spin. It will go all the way through the wash cycle. I'm not digging clothes out of a tub filled with water. That's why I said, you wouldn't suspect anything wrong.
I've taken the actuator off to inspect it and I noticed that the shifter arm doesn't seem to switch. There's a lot of resistance. The question I have is how much resistance is normal? I don't want to buy a new one and it have the same amount of resistance as the one that came with the washer. I haven't been able to get the arm to switch and I don't want to force it only to break the arm off of it. The washer can still be used. I also checked the splutch switch and it has much less switch resistance. I can switch it back and forth with no problem
Will the washer make a clicking sound when in wash/ agitation cycle if the shifter/clutch is going out ?
Yes it will make clucking/grinding noises depending on the part that is bad
I have a lot of grease underneath as well. What would cause that? Thanks!
A lot of grease is never a good sign it could mean the transmission is leaking. I would replace the actuator and see if the machine works ok but it may only be a matter of time...
My washer isn't spinning or agitating. Would it be the same part ? Thank you .
My whirlpool WTW4816FW1 needed the agitator dogs so i replaced them but then it kept making the noise yours makes and washed just like yours so i changed the mode motor and it atill does it. Any idea what it might be? It does the exact thing this machine does.
Did you try replacing the clutch? Could be a bad/stuck clutch
great video. I took our agitator apart thinking it was the dogs, but this machine doesnt have agitator dogs. Agiatator spins with the drum by hand. Can the shift mechanism you repaired be the problem? Thanks
If it's not agitating, then yes the shifter can cause that
@@DuctTapeMechanic thanks for the quick response
So, before I buy a new shifter in Canada, $100, I have one more question. The shifter and clutch behave exactly as in your video. If moving the clutch by hand, and turning the pulley, shouldnt the agitator rotate? No matter what position I move the shifter to, only the drum spins. Thank you
@166rodney switching the position of the clutch should engage and disengage the agitator. If this is not happening perhaps your agitator plate js worn or your basket drive hub is stripped.
Mine does the exact same thing..but should i change my capacitor as well???
Would definitely try replacing the shifter first
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I have a Kenmore and I have a question I have replaced everything possible on it and when the trouble started it made this horrible screeching noise so then I checked everything out everything look good but it was spinning and not washing there was nothing wrong with my shifter switch there was nothing wrong with the clutch the gears were not worn or torn and now I've recalibrated it and it's like washing but not spinning can you help please you're really a lifesaver???? It's the 500 series??
Is it showing any errors in the diagnostic mode? I have a few videos on how to get into diagnostic mode on kenmore/whirlpool/maytag washers. You installed a new shifter as well? Most of the time the shifter arm is ok but the position sensor on the shifter is broken
@@DuctTapeMechanic it was spending an not washing. Now it's washing an not spinning so I really don't understand all the error codes ? Thank for your help an videos am better with video .
@@DuctTapeMechanic I even checked the water an lid lock . everything is working but not all the way correct thank u...i love to see videos I looking 4 one how to tell what error codes is what?
After filling mine doesn't even try to agitate. Doesn't sound mechanical then right? Is it a fuse thing then? You got any vids?
More likely then not the issue is the shifter
Is it the same if the agitator is a flat one and not the screw kind?
Yes should be the same for both types
Maytag top load mod mvw6200kw2 . Had power. Stats the sense mode then it doesn't spin just makes some noise then goes to done. PLEASE HELP!
Hi I have replaced my shift actuator twice already. It well work good for a week and than the actuator breaks again. I'm lost on trying too figure out what else could be wrong that the actuator keeps breaking. Can you help me with this. Both new shift actuators were ordered from Amazon.
Is the shifter arm physically breaking? If it is, remove it and see if the clutch is stuck. You should be able to move the clutch lever up and down, often times these accumulate dirt and can get stuck causing the actuator to work harder then it is designed to do.
Thank you for your advise I'm going to check the clutch.
My Kenmore top load washer does the same thing. But when laid my washer down, my belt looks like it's been shredded. Pieces everywhere. Any idea why that happened to my belt. Was probably the reason we had a burnt rubber smell
Could be because of the age.
@@louachongjohnson2066 only 5 years old. Changed the belt, drive clutch kit, and shift actuator. no problems since.
Help!!! We did this exact fix/replacement and it worked for 2 loads then broke again. We calibrated before the first load as well. Where are you guys getting parts that don’t break?
I had the same problem. I replaced the actuator about a year ago and it failed. This time. I replaced it with a cheaper third-party version and it lasted two loads made a horrible sound and now the washer is acting very erratic. Currently it won't even fill with water.
Mine will fill and drain but will not agitate or spin. Changed the aggitator dogs. Any ideas offhand?
Most likely, the mode shifter is bad
I can only find a AC 120V 60Hz 4W not the 2.8W. Can I still use the 4W shift actuator?
To answer my own question. Yes it can be used.
So I just done the calibration mode and the only thing that happened was lid lock kept clicking!HELP please
Mine isn’t spinning but that part isn’t broken or loose like the broken one you showed
It could still be broken as it has a motor speed sensor on it that often goes bad. I would check the belt (make sure it's not broken), check the clutch make sure its not stuck, and lastly replace the shifter (its cheap). Hopefully this helped
Mine wasn't connected from delivery. Took longer to clean the floor than to correct the issue.
That's strange indeed!
Hello I replaced the shift actuator, 3 times and still doing the same thing
The shifter kept breaking?
My Kenmore isn’t spinning/ draining the water out what could it be
Mine is agitating exactly like that! But mine is a direct drive estate whirlpool. What would the problem be?
Direct drive washer are completely different. Are the agitator dogs worn? The dogs are a simple and common issue on direct drives which causes them not to agitate properly.
I did the dogs. And that helped the top part of the agitator. Then I replaced the whole agitator with a used one with new dogs. But it's still doing the same thing.
@jerigabbard6825 if it still spins ok then that means ur transmission is shot
Crap! Could it be the motor coupling?
It doesn't make any noise. Just doesn't circulate the clothes right
I’m replacing the actuator but it seems that that part where the actuator hooks into it’s stuck it won’t move down or in the middle it’s stuck at the top where you said it will spin but not agitate
Disassemble/Remove the part (clutch) and clean/replace it. I have a video on how to replace the clutch if you are not sure
@@DuctTapeMechanic Thankyou now that I replaced the actuator I’m going to see if it works now if not I will do the clutch thing next the power is out here waiting for it to start up again I got the hook thing to move in the middle and down just was tuff then it loosened up but I’m do the clutch thing if it does ent work
@@DuctTapeMechanic what’s the video called I’m looking for it now
@@Rainissick ruclips.net/video/CfDhnqsvoyU/видео.html
@@DuctTapeMechanic hey just making sure it’s making a noise like it wants to agitate but it doesn’t agitate after me changing the shifter thing you think it’s the clutch ? It’s making that noise like when it’s supposed to agitate but it’s not I think it is the clutch because that knob where the shifter is is hard to press up in the middle or down so yeah it may be the clutch
This really solved my issue as well but I would like to say that Whirlpool is really not a good brand of machine to purchase. Parts is very easy to get but after 18 months, something will go bad. It's a cheaper option on the market but after a second purchase, thinking that a newer model would be better, it's not. Will never purchase this brand again.
Glad it helped. It seems like quality has gone down across all the manufacturers
I have the same machine and it won't do neither agitate or spin.
Can you like the site to the part??
Easiest thing to do is search whirlpool model shifter on Amazon. There are only two types a black one and a red one. Check to see what color your old one is. It should be around $35
What’s the part number???
I have the same problem it locks, stays on lock mode and clicks
Hopefully, you are able to fix it using this video!
Mine just won't agitate and it's not the agitator dogs.
Most likely shifter/clutch assembly