Maytag washing machine model#20722 doesent agitate but spins out whats up

Something could be trapped or stuck inside the washing machines drain. Check your washing machines drain to see if something is stuck there.

what is your model number is then we can get started then

What is the complete model number of your unit?

What is the model number list on the machine? Look on the top of the console.

http://allrepairmanuals.com/maytag-washer.htm?model_number=MAV7901AWW
Please download, the above, service manual, use the troubleshooting procedures, you should be able to locate and repair your problem.

The motor is working, but the mechanism not engaged by the helix so the shaft can not move therefore no agitation or spinning. Motor is designed to turn 2 directions: clockwise and counterclockwise for agitation and spinning. Therefore there are 2 mechanisms to assist these tasks. The drain is control by a separate pump and it is still good also.
The tube has to be out to replace the helix for agitation and a part to engage with the spinning rotation to release the brake so the spinning function can work. These parts are cheap, but the the labor is not. Hope this can help

sounds like you have a bad transmission. can you lift the top up so you can see what it is doing when it is trying to spin. does it adgetate and spin at the same time? If yes you have a bad transmission. also if you get 2 people one looking inside of the drum and the other turning the big pulley in one direction it should turn the whole drum in the other the agetator should go back and forth. Tell me what happens thanks.

check motor,capacitor(if have),or black lead brush on motor

from the belt, please fastening the bolt and possibly it lose a little.

Could you describe the noise you are hearing. This will help to determine what to look for.