Hi My Kenmore 70 series washer spins and drains but wont agitate...we've checked the lid switch and couplers but these dont appear to be the problem. Could it be the motor or transmission?

Kenmore 70 series washer will spin but wont agitate

Hi My Kenmore 70 series washer spins and drains but wont agitate...we've checked the lid switch and couplers but these dont appear to be the problem. Could it be the motor or transmission?

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Posted on Jul 10, 2012

SOURCE: Kenmore Series 70 Model # 110.82873120 washer quit working druring a wash. It won't drain, spin or agitate and makes a slight buzzing noise. I have checked the coupler and it appears to be fine. A

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Posted on Nov 05, 2007

SOURCE: Kenmore 80 series won't spin

If it is draining then the motor is turning the pump so it is ok.
This washer has no belt so that is not the problem.
Remove the cabinet and bypass the lid switch wires and put into a spin. Watch the clutch to see if it is turning. If the clutch housing is not turning and you know for sure the coupler is not broken then you need a new transmission. If the clutch housing is turning but the basket is not spinning you have something binding the basket or you need a new basket drive and clutch.
If you have only looked at the coupler from underneath you may not be able to tell if it is broken in the center. If it is broken again your transmission is not staying in neutral drain until the water is drained. That means it is going into spin with full load of clothes and water. This puts a lot of pressure on the coupler and causes them to fail prematurely. If this is the case you will need a new transmission.
Post back if you have any questions.

Anonymous

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Posted on Jun 28, 2009

SOURCE: Kenmore 70 Series washer - agitates and drains but does not spin

my kenmor washes and drains but does not spin, help

Anonymous

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Posted on Aug 27, 2009

SOURCE: Kenmore 70 Series Washing Machine Drains, But Won't Spin

Yes sir, a bad motor coupler could cause the machine not to spin. You did the right thing in checking out the lid switch and the pump first. It sounds as if the motor coupling is worn and may be slipping. I will attach a link to a video that may assist you. Hope this helps and best wishes.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLPGs2UMUJc

Mike Harmon

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Posted on Feb 14, 2010

SOURCE: Kenmore 70 series. It won't agitate, drain, or

Does it make motor noise?
Check for belt issue if there is a motor noise and no spin.

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Then, you finished with the washer filling, no agitate or spin, but now doesn't drain.

Which one is it?

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