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Customer Questions and Answers for Washer Shift Actuator by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18044142
Manufacturer Part Number: WPW10006355

Fix a washer that won't spin, agitate, or shows F7-E1/F7-E7 errors with a new shift actuator. Controls cycle transitions. Easy DIY repair with video guide.

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For Whirlpool Washer Shift Actuator (Part Number: OEM18044142)

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Jane, It would be recommended to get the tech sheet from the unit and put the unit into diagnostics and see if there are any stored error codes. If there are then follow the steps for the error on the unit. Sounds like it could be a speed sensor error and may need the shift actuator.

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TR, It would be recommended to check to see if there are any stored error codes by putting the unit into diagnostic to retrieve them. With what is being described you may have 2 issues, one would be possible shift actuator and the other being an issue with the lid lock as the unit should not drain with the lid open.

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JW, You will want to put the unit into diagnostics and see if there are any stored error codes. With the unit not showing correct status this would be more likely a issue with the main control board.

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Melanie for Model Number wtw4800bq1

Whirlpool model wtw4800bq1. Washer will agitate and drain but will not spin. Light keeps flashing when washer should be spinning. Lid will lock and unlock during manual test mode but begins to blink when put in the spin test. Error codes f7e1 and f7e7. I have replaced the shift actuator and lid lock assembly still no luck. Any suggestions? I'm not sure if this will be helpful but when this problem began it would spin occasionally but always off balance then eventually it would not spin at all. Thank you in advance.

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Rob, With the agitator dogs having been replaced and the agitator not moving at all then this sounds likely that either the splines inside of the agitator are stripped or the transmission is faulty.

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Judy, You would want to put the unit into the diagnostic mode to be able to see if there are any stored error codes but the shift actuator may be faulty on this unit.

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Harris, Based on the error code the shift actuator would be the most likely cause for this issue.

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Julie, When you lift the main top there will be a tech sheet that will show you how to put this unit into the diagnostic mode. You will want to put it into diagnostics and see if there are any stored error codes. If there are following the description on what to test to determine what the issue is with the unit.

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Shamus, Presuming the washer does fill with water and agitates in the wash cycle( you didn't mention it) then the issue would be the load size, detergent usage, or degree of soil in the clothes, etc. You'd want to review the use and care manual (especially page 13 thru 16) for a recommended resolution.

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Adelia, You will want to check the wiring between the main board and the actuator to make sure that it is not damaged. Also check the splutch assembly to make sure that it is working properly and that the cam ring is pulling the splutch in and out when it is slid. If this checks ok then the issue will most likely be a faulty control board.

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