Bill March 24, 2024 for Model Number WTW5550SQ0 Washer was agitating in one direction only. The spin cycle seemed to work fine so I replaced the gearcase. The washer is now agitating properly. At then end of the agitation, the motor stops then after a few seconds the timer clicks once but motor doesn't run for over a minute when the motor starts the gearcase makes a grinding noise, clutch is not spinning, and will not drain or spin without opening and closing lid. After opening and closing lid it starts spinning and draining at the same. I think it should be draining down before the tub starts spinning but I'm not positive. Do I have a timer issue or is there a problem with the new gearcase?
1 Answer Bill, This would be a neutral drain issue. The neutral drain allows the unit to run the motor without spinning in order to drain the wash tub. The neutral drain is in part of the gearcase. Read More...
Keith May 24, 2021 for Model Number WTW5500SQO my washer keeps tripping my breaker. I unplugged it removed the top panel, disconnected the power cord, tested it which was found to be okay but when placed back together, plugged it in and it tripped again. How do i track this problem causing this short?
1 Answer Hello Keith, first inspect the water valves, lid switch then the motor areas for signs of corrosion, water leakage, wiring problems. if nothing found disconnect the components one at a time till the breaker stops tripping. Read More...
Brian January 07, 2021 for Model Number 110.28522701 Started working on my washer because it would agitate. Technician bypassed the lid switch and all worked fine but the fill was extremely slow. Because I have hard water, I replaced the inlet valve, but now the washer will agitate after filling, but will not start the pump. Everything appears to be plugged back in fine. Thoughts? Hoping not to have to replace the timer.
1 Answer Brian, as the drain pump WP3363394 is operated by the motor going into a spin cycle, if the washer goes into spin it would be recommended that the pump is inspected for any clogs as well as the coupling of the pump being inspected for indications of excessively wearing out. Read More...
Roger April 03, 2020 for Model Number Whirlpool The newly installed timer has only one cycle (hand wash) and runs only a few seconds and then quits. The timer never advances and after an hour the cycle was not complete. Time never moved. Appliance Part Pros sent an exact duplicate of the part needing replacement. The part came in less than 24 hours but all that is lost when the part doesn't work properly.
1 Answer Roger, We would need the model number to pull up a wiring diagram to help you solve this issue. Please post another question with your model number and no personal information. Read More...
Robert P. December 10, 2019 for Model Number 11028322700 My washer doesn't turn on. The timer makes a constant clicking noise. I replaced the lid switch cause I am dumb when I unplugged the lid switch or opened the lid the clicking noise stopped, but once I replaced the lid switch, the noise came back.
1 Answer Hello Robert, If the timer is making a clicking noise, it should be advancing. If not, the timer WP8546681 would need to be replaced. Read More...
Jan B September 29, 2019 for Model Number WTW5540SQ0 Washer works but sometimes will not spin between cycles. I have to turn the basket till it stops and then it will spin for that cycle. I was told it was the timer which I replaced and it was not. It is a top load whirlpool WTW5560SQ0. I am trying to be cost efficient here and I need to fix it correctly but I’m at a loss what to replace next. Per the internet it said timer but now I am finding the clutch may be the problem. I’m not sure if that is within my skill set. Single mom who already broke a nail moving the washer. Thanks for your help, Jan
1 Answer Jan, It will be a mechanical issue rather than an electric issue. I believe the clutch would give you a problem every time it spins rather than sometimes. It sounds more like an internal problem in the gearcase. The clutch simply lets the transmission slip as it starts to spin as it gradually picks up speed. This repair would be more intense but we do have a video on our site under the part number. 3360629 Read More...
Derrick B August 13, 2018 for Model Number WTW5540SQ0 Washer starts to agitate at the beginning of the cycle w/o adding any water. In the spin cycle it does add water during the final spin. The pressure switch # W10339251 and valve # WP8578341 have been replaced but still no water. I read your post about this and recommendations to another customer to change the pressure switch. I've done this for the exact same issue but still have no water. While writing this I noticed after the final spin the timer stopped on "off" then within a minute or two the washer started agitating again in another cycle. Extra Rinse is off by the way. I believe this washer has a bad timer. I'd appreciate your thoughts.
1 Answer Derrick, First check the air tube between the pressure switch and outer tub connection, Make sure it's not pinched, twisted or kinked. Blow into the end of the tube to make sure there is no sediment or debris blocking the air movement in the tube. If all's OK, then check the wiring harness and connections to the control switches and timer, then replace the timer WP8577356. Thanks, Read More...
Gary K December 14, 2017 for Model Number WTW5300VW2 Start the machine fills with water then sometimes it will start to agitate sometimes you have to hit the back of the control panel to get it to start timer bad?
1 Answer Gary, This issue will most likely be a faulty timer with the unit if you are having to hit the control panel. Read More...
Bobby December 26, 2016 for Model Number 110.28532700 When trying to start a cycle washer immediately starts agitating and no water runs in. It does this on any setting.
1 Answer Bobby, The most likely cause for this issue would be the pressure hose is either clogged or the pressure switch is faulty. The part number for the pressure switch is W10339251. Read More...
Steve January 10, 2016 for Model Number WTW5500SQ0 Put clothes in to wash when it came time to spin the machine just stopped, will not spin out the water. When I turn the time or pull it out to start nothing.
1 Answer Hello Steve. You will need to check and see if the lid switch WP8318084 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...