Will start to spin if open the lid and give the tub a push to start it spinning.
Washer won t spin heavy loads.
The tub will spin automatically during the spin cycle with a light load but if a full heavy load like when washing towels the tub will not spin by itself.
If they are loose or worn out then they might not catch enough on the pulleys and would not spin your heavy loads.
You will need to unhook the water fill hoses from the machine unplug it and lay it down or lean it back so that you can access the underneath side of the washer.
Generally this happens when you re trying to clean one or two heavy items such as a comforter bath sheet or washable pet bed and something clumps into a big sullen lump.
A drum that won t revolve and spin is one of the most common washing machine problems and in most instances you ll be able to find the cause without spending money on a plumber.
Washer load is out of balance sometimes it s not the washer that s the problem it s the heavy load inside.
This is sometimes caused when you have a large load in your washer that exceeds the limit.
Spinning a washing load fast when it contains just one heavy piece of laundry could damage the machine.
It puts too much pressure on various parts connected to the drum like the bearings and springs.
When your washer won t spin there could be a number of possible reasons but all you have to do is find the right one.
If your washing machine drum is rotating but won t go into a fast spin cycle the problem could be as simple as an unbalanced load.
Even if the machine can spin wet laundry on one side of the drum can lessen its speed and leave clothing wet.
If your washer won t spin it might signal a malfunction that requires a repairman but oftentimes a simple diy fix can get your washing machine working once more.
When that model top load whirlpool washer won t spin in most cases its going to be the actuator causing that problem.
Your spin cycle won t function as well or at all if the wash load is unbalanced.
Normally with a loose belt.
Your problem could very well have to do with the belts.
