Customer Questions and Answers for Agitator by Fisher & Paykel

This top-load washer agitator is the central post that moves clothes through the wash water. Replacing a worn or broken agitator restores proper wash action and can help resolve weak agitation, wobbling, or unusual noises during the wash cycle.

• Provides the back-and-forth motion that circulates laundry during the wash cycle
• Helps distribute water and detergent evenly through fabrics
• Worn or damaged hubs can cause no/weak agitation, slipping, or a loose/wobbly agitator
• Cracked fins or visible wear are common signs this part needs replacement

• Disconnect power to the washer before servicing
• Remove the dispenser or cap to access the agitator retainer as applicable
• Release the retainer and lift the old agitator straight up; seat the new agitator fully on the drive hub
• Run a short test cycle to ensure proper engagement and operation