Whirlpool agitator not working!

Hi,
Here is a tip that will help you with that...

http://www.fixya.com/support/r4617986-washing_machine_not_pump_or_spin

heatman101

here is one trick to do. put the timer on spin and pull out the timer knob. open the lid and use a screw driver to actuate the lid switch. then with your other hand hold the agitator until the tub gets to a high spin. once the unit is at a high spin then let go of the agitator. let the unit spin for another minute then lift up you screw driver. it should come to a gradual stop and not a sudden stop. let me konw if that works.

you more than likely have something in your pump. the agitator will be wobblely. that is normal.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLPGs2UMUJc

Replace the direct drive coupling between the motor and transmission.

Replace the direct drive coupling on the motor.

you can replacethe gears taht cause the agittion called agitator dogs part number 80040, probly $20.. reomveth efabric softener( swift smack with thepalm of you hand) and then remove the agititor with a 7/16 screw down the center shaft. the agitator will "split to reveal the "dogs" fairly easy repair

You found a belt? Most w/p washer do not have a belt they are direct drive. take off the pump and motor to replace the motor coupling, 2 plastic pieces w/ a rubber in between

coupling.between motor and gearcase.

does it spin?
sounds like your coupling is broke.It takes the place of the belt if it breaks it won't spin or agitate. it will still pump though.
Part # 285753A

Sounds like the clutch is slipping but sometime catching. Or maybe the transmission is almost gone. Is there a burning smell? If so, probably clutch.