This replacement upper agitator restores the laundry-moving action in compatible top-load washers so clothes get cleaned and rinsed more evenly. It installs on the transmission/drive coupling to re-enable proper agitation. What it does:
- Moves clothes and water during the wash cycle so detergent and water contact fabrics for better cleaning.
- Replaces a cracked, stripped, worn or missing agitator that can cause poor cleaning or uneven loads.
- Helps stop wobbling, banging or unusual noise caused by a loose or damaged agitator.
- Works with the washer's drive coupling/drive block to transfer motor motion into agitation.
What's included: One upper agitator. Install notes:
- Disconnect power and water before starting any repair.
- Remove the agitator cap or fabric softener dispenser, then unbolt/lift the old agitator from the drive coupling per your model instructions.
- Inspect the drive block/agitator dogs and splines for wear; replace those parts if they are damaged to ensure proper operation.
- After installation, run a short test cycle to confirm secure fit and normal agitation.
Compatibility note: Enter the model number into the OEM parts lookup or the retailer's compatibility tool before ordering.
Do-It-Yourself Stories from Customers like You
The two sections of my agitator kept separating & a new screw wasn't the answer but Ann S. • Washington , DC • April 20, 2017
When the drum finally started to list during washings, I knew I couldn't keep screwing the two parts of the agitator together as a temporary fix anymore so I called a technician who promptly and erroneously told me that the entire unit would need to be replaced. This didn't seem right so I checked online and found APP. I'm very thankful I did. The videos, instructions, and parts made the repair possible. With my uncle's elbow grease (taking the old agitator out was no picnic), we were able to...
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