Bert October 26, 2022 for Model Number LSQ9659LW1 2003 Whirlpool top loader washer In wash mode the agitator surges, clicks then stops before completing the agitation, this galloping cycle is repeated every 1 second. At the end of the wash cycle the drain pump works, the basket spins. In the next cycle, SPIN, the tub is empty and the basket tries to spin, clicks, then the motor stops trying, this galloping surge keeps happening every 1 second. Opening the lid reveals the tub basket spinning slowly. The next agitate cycle also fails. I have replaced a bad motor coupler, one end was rounded out, I replaced it with the new coupler with the metal insert, a parts shop tried to sell me the old all plastic version. This restored function to the problem to the level described above. It had stopped even trying to start agitating or spinning before this repair. I have inspected and cleaned the drain pump and hoses. I have inspected the inlet water hoses & screens. I have removed the motor transmission assembly and inspected and cleaned the clutch. It looked fine: good pads, no debris, the cup was slightly worn but polished. The brake actuator works, the pads are in good shape. I removed the basket and thoroughly cleaned the basket in and out, and the inside of the tub. They were both filthy with lime, calcium, rust, soap scum, and dirt. getting the agitator off was very difficult, had to bang it a bit and do repeated deep lifting. Getting the 2 parts of the agitator apart was very, very difficult. Your tech video helped, I stood on the lower agitator and pulled hard on the vertical sections of the upper agitator so I did not break the blades. The agitator dogs were worn out and must be replaced. I took apart the timer and found many burned and etched contacts. I sanded them, but probably not enough. I did not inspect the air pressure tubing and air dome. The problems described above still happen. What have I missed? HELP!
1 Answer Bert, Based on the information provided and all that has been done the issue is either the clutch and/or the gearcase assembly. Read More...
Eric July 07, 2020 for Model Number LSQ9659PW4 I replaced the timer on my whirlpool washer with part 3955765. Is there any way to tell where to set the control indicator and knob. I find nothing online for this procedure and my knob and indicator are way off. Please help.
1 Answer Eric, You have the correct timer installed in the washer. Recheck and make sure you didn't install the timer upside down. Then remove the timer knob and dial, slowly and carefully turn the timer shaft, until you hear a louder than usual "click"(this should be one of the "off" detents in the timer) install the timer dial so the pointer aligns to the off position on the panel and install and lock the timer knob in position. Read More...
Harold June 25, 2020 for Model Number GST9679PB3 We set the timer knob to start the fill for the cycle we want. The machine will sometimes or not fill. Does this sound like a timer problem?
1 Answer Harold, It would be recommended to check to see what temperature that the unit is on when this happens. It could be that you have clogging of the water valve screens. Check to make sure that the pressure hose is not clogged with debris and that the air dome where the hose connects is clean. If these things check ok then the issue will most likely be in the temp switch part number 8564137. Read More...
Donald October 09, 2019 for Model Number Whirlpool GST9679PB0 The washer does not always go to the final spin in the wash cycle. It will pump the water out and the pump will continue running until the end of the cycle. All the other stages of the cycle work fine. It happens randomly and I can manually turn the dial to spin and it will spin out. Any ideas? Thanks.
1 Answer Donald, This sounds like it would be an issue with the pressure hose getting clogged up or the air dome that the hose connects to. Check to make sure that they are clean and clear and if they are clean then this will be a pressure hose issue. Read More...
Thomas Y. August 09, 2019 for Model Number Kenmore 110.26914690 Can not turn the washing machine on using the Timer pull knob. Rotating the Timer Dial does not start the washing machine in any setting. Is the timer faulty and needs to be replaced?
1 Answer Hello Thomas, the timer for the model number supplied is part number WP3951769. Before you replace the timer, verify the knob part number WP3948416 is not damaged and the reason you are unable to rotate and pull on the timer. Read More...
Howard March 27, 2018 for Model Number LSQ9110PW2 The washer fills, agitates, drains the soapy water and spins, but when it gets to the rinse cycle no water runs in. It just agitates with no water. I can reset everything and try to start back at a new wash but it still wont do anything but a slow agitate waiting for water to rinse before another spin. Based on another question here with the same problem and the answer saying to replace the water valve, I bought WP3979346 from you and installed it. This did NOT fix the problem. What next? Replace the timer?
1 Answer Howard, With the unit agitating without water in it then this would either be a pressure hose is clogged or the pressure switch is faulty. Read More...
Fernando May 18, 2017 Washing machine washes fine but does not stop spinning at the end of the wash just continues to spin have to manually shut it off is this a timer issue?
1 Answer Fernando, Yes, the problem is most likely the timer. A "stuck" internal timer contact is the most likely fault. Read More...
Rob November 19, 2016 for Model Number LSQ9110PW4 Washer fills with water but doesn't run or agitate. Lid switch seems to work. Motor seems ok? I'm wondering if power is getting past the timer control?
1 Answer Hello Rob. You will need to double check that lid switch. If good, replace the timer. Read More...
Mike September 12, 2016 for Model Number LSB6500PW0 Washer fills and washes, timer knob advances to spin cycle, but will not spin until I open the lid, you can hear the pump running and it does pump out the water. I have replaced the lid switch, but the problem still exists. This happens on both spin cycles. Could this be a timer problem?
1 Answer Hello Mike. You will need to order and replace the clutch 285785 on the unit. It is bad. Read More...
Rob August 12, 2015 for Model Number LSN3000PW3 Have a Whirlpool LSN3000PW3 washer. when starting a load the washer fills with water then starts washing but then will stop doing anything after about 5 min on the timer. If I open and shut the lid or touch the timer knob it starts washing again. Lid switch and motor have been replaced about 5 mouths ago so there good. Is it the timer causing this? Also now just the other day no warm or hot water will fill into the tub with the temp knob in any setting. If i turn the cold water off and use casual wash cycle then warm water will come in. If the cold is turn on then no warm or hot water. What prevents the washer from filling with warm or hot water? Can the timer also affect this? thanks
1 Answer Hello Rob. Yes, based on the information you provided, it sounds like the timer is bad and will need to be replaced. Read More...