I have a sears/kenmore FL washer 41742142100. Last night I tried to wash my clothes and they were soaking wet when the cycle was over. So I started another load and watched it. THe washer does not change from rinse to the spin mode. However the cycle indicator say that it is in spin mode, but the drum is still turning like it is in rinse mode. Please advice. Thanks

not sure but it sound like the timer

adjust your loads. balancing issue

Could be a gearcase problem or a motor coupler problem or a clutch problem .Best off to call a reputable service company such as Sears.

This assumes that you have a basic Kenmore / Whirlpool top load, direct drive, neutral drain (it doesn't spin until the pump removes most of the water) machine.

First, see the Sears parts site for your washer:
http://www.searspartsdirect.com/partsdirect/index.action

Enter your model number (###.########) and you'll see a list of major sub-components with diagrams and parts.

Initial thoughts point to one of two places.

1. It's possible that your pump and/or hoses are clogged.

2. It is also possible that the "Motor coupler" between the motor and transmission is worn and cannot provide full power to the tub when agitating.

See the following illustrated descriptions of how to access the pump and motor coupler.

If either is bad or worn, they aren't all that expensive.

I doubt that the problem is the motor since the machine will agitate and spin.

http://www.american-appliance.com/catalog/newsdesk_info.php?newsPath=16&newsdesk_id=134&osCsid=1c39a06ff50bcc5c8439ed37e02f402a

http://www.american-appliance.com/catalog/newsdesk_info.php?newsPath=16&newsdesk_id=135

You may need a belt or a pump. Call sears they will help more.

I had that problem at one time with my old washer and what it ended up being was the Washer Dog Agitators were broken and causing the it to slip and not spin correctly. I would try checking the Dog Agitators.
Here's A picture of a typical top-load washer breakdown to show you where they are located --->Here<---
I hope this helps. If that is the problem I bought mine at Sears for about $8, normally in stock item.
Let me know if there is anything else I can do.

If the pump is clogged and can't release all the water it won't go into final high spin. Remove lower cover and locate coin catch and unscrew it. Water will come out, so be ready. If it's full of stuff, this is probably the problem.

if no lights suspect main control bd remove rear screws in top panle remove top by sliding towar back control is along rear

Burly Bob,

Is this the same model as listed by the previous poster? If so, does the washer ATTEMPT to go into the spin cycle? That is, does the timer advance to spin cycle properly, and can you hear the transmission or drive motor engage?

see if you can check the belt on the moter.