Top load washer - won't spin - how so i get the back off to check the belt?

Sounds like the belt that spins the washing drum is slipping. It my need to be adjusted or replaced, or try washing a smaller load of laundry.

I have a similar model HE doing the same thing. I just had a friend to look at it and when he pulled out the machine there was nut on the floor that apparently belonged to the screw that was holding the pulley in place for the belt. The belt was totally off. He put the belt back on, but it is still not spinning. So I think you shoukd check that. I've only had my washer for 1 year and 3 months.

just a guess maybe belt is broken or main shaft

Check the belt on the washer.

see this causes and fix it. God bless you
Motor Coupling If the washer won't spin or agitate the motor coupling might have failed. The motor coupling connects the motor to the washer transmission. It is designed to fail if the washer is overloaded in order to protect both the motor and
Drive Belt If the washer won't spin or agitate, check the drive belt. If the belt is broken or if it isn't tight on the pulleys the washer won't spin or agitate properly.

Drive Motor If the washer won't spin or agitate the drive motor might be defective. This is not common. Check all of the other related parts to this symptom before replacing the motor. If the motor is visibly burned out or physically damaged, replace it.

Stator Assembly If the washer won't spin or agitate the stator assembly might be burned out. The stator is essentially one half of a motor, it interacts with the tub by creating a strong electro-magnet. If the stator burns out the washer won't spin or agitate. Check the stator for continuity. This part is often misdiagnosed.

Door or Lid Latch Assembly If the washer won't spin or agitate the lid switch assembly might be defective. This is a very common problem. The lid switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any electrical switches with an Ohm meter for continuity. The switches should have continuity according to their design.

Door Lock Motor and Switch Assembly If the washer won't spin or agitate the door lock assembly should be checked. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any switches on the door lock with an Ohm meter. The switches should have continuity according to their design.

Motor Control Board If the washer won't spin or agitate the motor control board might be defective. The motor control board provides power to the motor as well as direction and force. If the motor control board is defective the washer may not work at all or function properly.

check to make sure the belt hasn't come off. if it's direct drive make sure the shaft is working and moving freely. if all of these check out the motor that turns everything my be stuck, frozen up or just bad all together.

Have you checked to see if there is a sock or string caught around the belt or up around the tub? This same thing happened to me once and that is what I found. One of my socks had gotten caught up around the top of the tub so it couldn't turn when the motor started on spin cycle. Also, if the belt is frayed it will not turn.

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heatman101

Hello, Does it sound like its spinning in regular and just not spinning? If So You may just need to replace the belt. Also this unit the motor pulley would melt and break. Lean the unit back and you can see the belt and pulley. Hope this helps and please dont forget to rate me. Thank You...