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Customer Questions and Answers for Clutch by Whirlpool

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Part Number: OEM18037737
Manufacturer Part Number: WP8299642

The Clutch is an OEM part for Whirlpool washing machines. This part engages the transmission with the inner tub, allowing the washing machine to switch between agitation and spin cycles efficiently. This clutch ensures that the tub reaches the appropriate spin speed, contributing to effective washing and rinsing of clothes.

Causes of a bad clutch can include wear and tear from prolonged use, accumulation of debris or lint that interferes with its operation, or damage from overloading the washer. 

Symptoms of a bad clutch include:

  • The washer not spinning or agitating correctly
  • Loud noises during spin or agitation cycles
  • The washer struggling to reach full spin speed
  • Excessive vibration or shaking during operation

This OEM Whirlpool part is also compatible with Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Magic Chef, Admiral, Norge, Roper and some Kenmore models.

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For Whirlpool Clutch (Part Number: OEM18037737)

Eddie H. for Model Number LSR7233EQ0

I replaced my Basket Drive on my LSR7233EQ0 (I think this machine is 22 years old), and also replaced the motor coupling while I was in the neighborhood. The basket drive kit came with a replacement clutch. My question is this, should I replace the old clutch that has 6 pads (looks like model Part #WP8299642) with the clutch that came with Basket Drive Kit (that has three pads)? I'm not having any issues with the spin cycle, on this machine, other than feeling that my clothes are a little damper after final spin than another machine I use. Thank you

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Hello Eddie, Since you are in there already I would go ahead and change the clutch. You will use the 3946792 WP3946792 blue spring from this kit for the model you have.

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Hello Ben, no, that clutch is for compact size washers, the correct clutch assy for your model is part 285785 and use the blue spring.

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Hello Tom. Make sure your drive block is not stripped out on the unit also. But this does sound like a clutch issue. Thanks.

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Hello John. Try running the unit and see if it spins with the new clutch. If not, then the transmission may be the issue. You will not be able to turn the basket by hand due to the brakes holding it in place.

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Hello John. The drum will not move freely. The brakes stop it from turning. If the clutch is new, then it sounds like the no spin is the transmission on the unit.

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Hello John. It sounds like you over tightened the agitator. You can try using some rubber or tape to out over the 1/2" opening, then insert the drive bar and break it free. This should keep it from slipping.

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Mike, sounds like the agitator cam and retainer are collapsed, distorted or installed incorrectly. If you can't get the socket down and onto the head of the bolt, you'll have to break or cut out the cam retainer and cam, then remove it and the agitator. Then attempt to remove the mounting bolt. You may need a new 285825 if you have to break or cut the retainer/cam. make sure you apply a dab of grease to the dogs, cam, and bearing surfaces if you do.

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Michael, The loud bang would be caused by the brake engaging and would recommend that the brake and drive tube to be replaced.

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Hello Bruce, The clutch assembly is available with the clutch drum as part number WP8299642. If the clutch drum is not needed and the basketdrive is needed, W10820043 can be ordered as it comes with the clutch lining assembly without the clutch drum.

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