:confused: We put a load of laundry in the washer, then a day or two later noticed the clothes were just sitting in it. It wouldn't agitate, spin or drain with the lid closed. The lid switch seemed to not be working. I pushed a pen in the lid switch and the washer began to spin and the water drained as long as I pushed it. When the water was drained, it stopped, so I released the pen. I thought I could rewash the clothes that had been sitting in it which smelled musty. Water fills without a problem but when I push the lid switch with the pen, nothing happens.
My questions are, was the lid switch broken already or did I do more damage? Does it sound like the lid swith is the only thing that needs replaced or is it likely that more parts will need replaced? I did see some videos on the Internet on how to replace the lid switch and we could possibly try it. Since the washing machine is 8 years old, not sure if we should just buy another one. Very confused!
Your advice will be appreciated!