Whirlpool has been making washing machines for over 100 years. Their range of models features top-loaders, front-loaders, and washer-dryer combinations. Occasionally, even the highest quality models may have an issue with the spin cycle. The most common causes of the issue can be fixed by following this guide.
This guide applies to the following Whirlpool washer models:
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2LA5700XMW1
2LSR5233BN0
2LSR5233BQ1
2LSR5233BW0
2LSR5233BZ1
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LSC8244EZ1
LSR6132EQ0
LSR6132EZ0
LSR7233EQ0
LSR7233EW0
LSR7233EZ0
LSR8233EQ0
LSR8233EZ0
LSR8244EQ0
LSR8244EQ1
LSR8244EZ0
LSR8244EZ1
On a top-loader washer, clothes need to be placed evenly around the agitator. If there is an imbalance, perhaps because clothes have gotten caught up on one side of the drum, the motion of the washer is disrupted, which results in a subpar spin cycle. For the same reasons, the washer itself also needs to be balanced. If your washer is on a lean and not level, this will affect the spin cycle.
A water blockage, perhaps caused by a kinked external hose, can also cause the washer to stop emptying and spinning. Check to see it is not a water drainage issue that is stopping the washer from spinning.
The most common reason a Whirlpool top-loader washer stops spinning is a faulty lid switch. The lid switch is a safety measure that prevents the washer from spinning while the lid is open. The lid switch on most top-loader washers can be activated manually using a screwdriver or pencil to push it to simulate the lid being closed. You should also be able to hear the lid switch click when you close the lid. If you cannot, it probably needs to be replaced.
Follow these steps to check and replace the lid switch:
Like the lid switch on top-loader washers, if the door lock on front-loader washers is faulty, the washer will not spin. The door lock can be checked for a mechanical fault by inspecting it closely and paying attention to it as you open and close the door. To see if the door lock is faulty due to an electrical fault, you will need to test it with a multimeter. If the door lock is broken, it is likely unrepairable and will need to be replaced.
Follow these steps to check and replace the door lock:
On some models, removing the top panel of the washer may provide easier access to replace the door lock.
Another common reason for a washer not spinning is a problem with the drive belt. The drive belt is responsible for rotating the tub. Over time, the drive belt can become loose or break, which causes the washer not to spin.
Follow these steps to inspect and fix the drive belt:
A broken motor coupling is another common cause of a washer not spinning. The motor coupling attaches the motor to the transmission. It is made up of two white plastic coupler parts and a rubber isolator piece that fits between them.
Normal wear and tear or an overloaded washer can cause the motor coupling to break. If the motor coupling breaks, the washer will not spin.
When repairing the motor coupling, it is recommended that you do not remove the clutch, as this can be difficult to put back after the brake disengages.
Follow these steps to repair the motor coupling:
A Whirlpool washer not spinning may also be due to a problem with the clutch, timer, water level control, or stator assembly (front-loader washers).
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