My Roper RAX 7245 KQ will not spin unless I physically start the spin process then it will "kick in" and begin to spin slowly enough to drain most of the wet clothes.....what replacement part do I need to order?

No spin unless drains. Check pump and hose leading to it for blockage and remove any debris.

Check the lid-closed switch. Once filled with water, most machines will not agitate or spin unless the lid is closed.

the washer needs to have the lid closed to go into spin cycle the lid switch is broken just replace it and that will fix it

HI, check the following to address this issue.

1. Clogged drain line or water pump
Check to see if there's something stuck inside the pump or the drain hose connected to the pump (pump is usually located at the bottom and towards the back of the washing machine).

2. Water Pump
If the drain line isn't clogged, you may have a problem with the water pump such as a frozen pulley or a broken impeller. If that's the case replace the water pump. Note: if you have a belt driven washer, check the belt(s) for cracks, as this would be a perfect time to replace the belt(s) if needed.

**The most common issue will be an obstructed hose or, line

it may be a bad pump they are usually toward the fron of the washer. Just tip it back far enough so you can look under it while laying on your back make sure it doesn't come back down on you. When a pump goes bad it will leak where it connects to the motor shat. simple and easy to change Good Luck.

Possibly the centrifugal clutch is slipping, would need to be replaced, Go to appliance guru to see how this is done, they have step by step on this procedure.

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Alicia7q : Faulty water pump or restriction in drain line between tub and outlet hose.

arlenekc,: That metal thing is part of the motor. What you have is a leaking water pump.

badwasher,: Check the lid switch. This machine will not spin or drain if the switch is faulty.

Does it happen all the time, with no connection to laundry quantity? In case of a positive answer, it sound like a shock absorber issue. Could be that it's moved from its place or become malfunction and should be replaced. Good luck

I have a roper washing machine model RAB 2121kw and about a year ago it did the same. I was at the machine when it tried to spin one day and i opened the lid and spun the drum by hand a few times then shut the lid and slowly the drum started spinning. One problem is that i have just moved the washer and i now have an oil leak. When the drum wouldn't spin i think the motor heated the oil seal on the gear case and now it leaks. I have looked into it and don't think its that hard of a thing to change.