I have a whirlpool washer that will agitate but will not spin every time. Sometimes it works perfectly and other times it will drain but it wont spin. I have to open the lid, spin it half a turn by hand and then close the lid for it to finish the cycle.

I thought it might be the motor coupler but they say if that is broken then it wouldnt agitate.

any suggestions?

Troy

Hi.

Next time when it's acting up I need you just to open the lid for 3 sec. and close it back, don't turn the basket.
If the washer will start spinning - you need to replace the timer. This washer is equipped with neutral drain transmission witch allows to drain the water out before spin starts. The timer suppose to pause to engage the transmission spin gear.

If it's not going to spin then most likely it's the clutch.

For the part numbers please provide the complete model number of the washer.

Thank you.

Simon.