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Agitator Noise of Roper RTW4305VQ

Our BRAND NEW Roper RTW4305VQ clothes washer produces a loud "clicking" sound synonymous with the movement of the agitator. Is this normal for a brand new washer? The washer does a great job of cleaning clothes, and it fills and drains properly and does a great job of adequately spinning the clothes prior to drying, but the agitator clicking noise just doesn't seem to be normal. Thanks, in advance, for any help.

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Yes this noise is normal.its the dog ears ratcheting in the agitator

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