[metten2@verizon.net]

The washer will fill and not advance, replaced timer motor to no avail.
To begin the cycle after filling requires a bump IE fist to the top, jolt to control panel, will start the timer motor and continue the cycle.

[Gene]

The first thing I would check is the water level switch. Check for continuity between terminals 7 and 16. If it's open replace the switch.

- The part number for the water level switch AP245700

- Here are the break down diagrams for the Maytag washer Model A9200

Gene.

[baseballmom12]

I am having the same problem with a whirlpool washer. Model # Lsq9564

[Gene]

I need more specific information describing the problem with your washer.

The model number you posted is incomplete.

Gene.

[kawfeeman]

metten2, i would also check the lid switch contacts as well...

[trohed]

I'm having a similar problem with a Maytag A9200. It fills then, stops working. If I drop the lid, it kicks on. I replaced the lid switch, but that didn't work.

How can I determine which terminals are which (ie, 16 and 7)? It looks like some of the wires have the numbers on them. Are those the terminal numbers that I'm looking for?

I unplugged the washer and attempted to test the continuity between 16 and 7 and it appears that its a closed connection. Is the test still valid with the washer unplugged? Is it safe to test it while its plugged in? Sorry, I'm a newbie at washer repair.

Any help is appreciated!

[Gene]

Sounds like the problem is with the lid switch. Which part of the lid switch did you replace?

You can find the more specific instructions in the service manual.

- Here are the break down diagrams for the Maytag washer Model A9200

Happy New year!

Gene.

[trohed]

I replaced the actual switch. I believe it is Maytag part # 2-05415.

Thanks for pointing out the service manual!

[fliphuggins]

I have a whirlpool washer, model# LA5668XSW1, that will not go into the agitate or spin cycles unless I grab the drum and either work it back and forth or try to spin the drum by hand. I can hear the motor humming as if jambed and if I do not catch it quick enough the washer kicks off. On the older washing machines they had a "wig-wag" solenoid. I do not see this on the direct drive model. Where do I go from here?

[Gene]

The first thing I would check is the motor wire harness and the motor plug connections.

Also check the capacitor (#34 on the controls and rear panel break down diagram).

If there is nothing wrong then the motor start winding is bad and the motor has to be replaced.

- The part number for the motor is AP2905451

- The part number for the capacitor is AP3866194


- Here are the break down diagrams for the Whirlpool washer Model LA5668XSW1

Good luck.
Gene.