The tub fills and drains fine, Instead of agitating, it sits silently. Instead of spinning, it makes a low, constant noise (even when I open the lid -- normally, if it's spinning, the spinning and noise would stop when I open it). I opened the front of the washer and the belt is intact and seems fine, as far as I can tell (it moves when I move the other parts). The washer has been making LOUD noises, like an airplane taking off, during the spin cycle for a long time (maybe since we moved 2 yrs ago). I wonder if the failure to spin and agitate now is related to this. I spoke to a friend who said it is either the belt or the motor inverter. I don't want to buy a new motor inverter (would rather replace), but is it possible it's the belt when the belt is intact? Should I try replacing the belt? This may be irrelevant, but the inside of the machine has a fair amount of rust on it too. Thank you for your help!
SOURCE: make noise during wash cycle, has no agitator action and no spin during spin cycle/drain cycle
Looks like the bearings may have failed. TURN OFF the POWER and try and rotate the agitator/tub by hand. If it is jammed you should investigate why. Possibly caused by bearing failure or something wound around spindle.
Take care and do not attempt to investigate the problem without first disconnecting from the mains!
SOURCE: WHDRR418G1WW WASHER WON'T AGITATE OR SPIN, NOT MAKING NOISES. FILLS AND DRAINS FINE.
sounds like you have a broken lid switch on the washer, maybe someone slammed the door or placed or stood on top of the washer, a broken lid switch won't allow washer to go into spin mode is a safety device so if is on spin cycle an someone sticks their hand it the machine stops an not breaks your hand.
broken lid swtich
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SOURCE: Won't agitate and makes loud noise during this time, it spins
HI. the internal components that make up the agitator should be inspected for damage.
The agitator is fastened to the agitator shaft and its movement is driven either by splines or a simple clutch assembly. The splines are usually plastic or rubber nubs on a cylinder that fits over the agitator shaft. If the nubs wear down, the shaft will not turn properly or it will turn weakly. If the agitator is moving in only one direction, the likely cause is the clutch assembly. The clutch has dogs that depress and pop up with each turn. If those dogs are worn, they will not engage properly and the agitator will turn only in one direction. Another issue that might cause this disruption is the Motor coupler.
Washers with a direct drive motor have a motor coupler instead of a belt. The motor coupler consists of three plastic disks (or tri-stars) with interlocking tabs. Those tabs can wear and break which results in slippage. The slippage causes little or no power to be transferred to the transmission. A worn motor coupling can result in weak or no movement of the agitator and spin basket. Inspecting the motor couplers requires removing the motor, which is fairly easy to do.
Remove the cabinet. Locate the motor. The pump is mounted to one side of the motor. You do not have to remove the hoses from the pump unless they prevent you from moving the pump out of your way. If you must remove the hoses, label where they connect first. To disconnect the hoses, pinch the wire clamps with pliers (or loosen the screw) and slide the clamp farther up the hose. Slide the hose off of the pump port.
There are two clips that secure the pump housing to the motor. Use a screwdriver to pry up the clips and remove the cover. Next, slide off the pump to reveal the motor. Disconnect the wiring harness from the motor, do not pull on the wires themselves. The motor typically is secured with retaining clips and bolts. Remove the bolts and use a screwdriver to pry up the clips (if present). Remove the motor.
Mounted on the shaft of the back of the motor you will find the motor coupler. Separate the three disks and inspect them for damage. If you find cracks or excessive wear, replace the coupler.
**(((If the motor couple is in good condition, replace the agitator components and clutch assembly as well.)))
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SOURCE: GE washer WPRE6100G0WT not agitating or spinning
Depends on how old the machine is. It might me a transmission problem
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