Whirlpool Washing Machine: not agitating

Based on 2 community discussions Community Analysis

⚡ Quick Answer: Most common fix for not agitating: Reattached actuator that was stuck in spin mode (75.0% DIY success rate)

Common Causes

  • Lid switch issue (1 mentions)
  • Actuator malfunction (1 mentions)

Top Solutions

  1. Reattached actuator that was stuck in spin mode

    Success rate: 50.0% DIY: Yes Easy

  2. Reinstalled screws in the lid and addressed lid switch connection

    Success rate: 50.0% DIY: Maybe Medium

Can I Fix This Myself?

75.0% DIY Success Rate

Either

Analysis based on 2 community discussions
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Data compiled from real discussions on r/appliancerepair and r/Appliances:

  1. Whirlpool WTW5005KW0 Washer Clicking Noise / Not Agitating S...
  2. Estate by Whirlpool Washer Not Spinning

Community Discussions

clicking noise, not agitating

The actuator was stuck in spin mode and needed to be reattached.

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drum filled with water but did not start washing (spinning or agitating)

Reinstalled screws in the lid, but has a bad connection in the lid switch.

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Source: Reddit r/appliancerepair

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