Hello Tina Kaha - Often when a unit does not spin, it is because the unit cannot properly drain and dispose of the water and detergent solution. Does the unit make a humming noise? If so, the drainage hose/pump may be clogged and needs to be cleaned. If not, the washer may possibly be experiencing an issue with the door lock assembly, faulty pump, timer or control board not communicating correctly. Because it could be a number of any one of several underlying causes, I would recommend contacting a professional to properly diagnose and repair the unit.
SOURCE: My fridgidaire washer fillw with water and agitates but it will not spin or drain.
YOUR LID SWITCH IS BAD,POP THE TOP FIND THE WIRE JACK TO SWITCH CUT BOTH OUTSIDE WIRES,WIRE NUT THEM TOGETHER,MADE SURE YOU UNPLUG MACHINE FIRST,YOUR MACHINE WILL NOW WORK BUT WHEN YOU LIFT THE LID ON FILL OR SPIN IT WILL NOT TURN OFF,SO KEEP YOUR HANDS OUT OF THERE,THE LIP SWITCH CONTROLS FILL AND SPIN,THANKS-MIKE
SOURCE: Frigidaire Front Load Washer won't Spin
i fixed mine about 5 times and its always some thing diffrent.
try buyng the inexpencive parts first and leave for last the electronic control panel.
it could be that your washing a smaller amount than the recomended.
Take it to a profesional. dont do like me a DIY guy. Some times i need to take pictures when taking the monster appart and then because they are somany screws missing duct tape, rope or hangerwire becomes usefull.
All mechanics are wise guys you and me are thevictims.
SOURCE: model fwt645rhso will agitate but
There's an auxiliary switch in the door lock.switch assembly that is activated at the end of the wash cycle for the machine to advance to the spin cycle. The machine will NEVER advance to the spin cycle unless the auxiliary switch is activated as a safety feature to prevent the door from opening during a high-speed spin cycle that may result in physical injury. The drum tumbles back and forth while the machine control checks the auxiliary if activated but since it's not, the control will not command the motor speed control to spin the drum at high speed. These symptoms may indicate a faulty door lock/switch assembly and may need replacement. Click on the links below for the detailed troubleshooting instructions and replacement of the door lock/switch assembly.
Electrolux and Frigidaire Washers Door Lock/Switch Assembly Troubleshooting
Replacing the Door Lock/Switch Assembly on Electrolux and Frigidaire Washers
SOURCE: My Frigidaire gallery front load washer won't spin or drain
its ether the transmission or the motor gone bad
please see the causes with common sense, before to proceed to exchange some error parts. God bless you
Water Level Control / Pressure Switch
his is the most common reason a washer will agitate but not spin. To
check this on most , with no water you should have continuity on pins
7&15. With the tub full 7&16 should have continuity. This video
walks you thru checking another type of switch.
Lid Switch
This can be the problem for the washer not spinning . Most whirlpool
styles this will effect both agitate and spin but some models will still
agitate but not spin.This is easy to check. You will need to remove the
switch, this varies with model type but the testing will be the same.
When the lid is closed the switch should have continuity when the lid is
opend the switch should have no continuity. If it differs replace the Lid Switch.
Timer
To check the timer you will need to refer to the wiring diagram or
disassemble to access the motor. Check the leads from the timer to the
motor when turned to a wash cycle this should have 120 volts. If not replace the Timer, if it does the timer is not the problem.
Motor
To check the motor you will need to disassemble the washer
to access the motor. First you can check the motor windings, to do this
remove the plug and connect ohmeter to terminals. Refer to the tech
sheet or service manual for the proper reading. Check motor for shorts
by connecting ohmeter to terminals and motor housing should have no
continuity. Connect voltmeter to motor wire connector and check for
voltage. You should have 120 volts, if you do and the motor does not run
replace the motor. If it does not have power the problem is elsewhere.
Belt
If your washer is a belt drive type make sure the belt is tight. Check
for black soot from belt wear. Replace if it has excessive wear or
broke.
Motor Coupler
This is a fairly common problem with direct drive machines but
inexpensive and easy to replace. The Motor Coupler transfers power from
the motor to thetransmission. The following video will walk you through
the replacement of the Motor Coupler.
Transmission
The transmission does not usually fail. To check this on a direct drive remove the motor
and then turn tub inside. If it spins freely with no noise theproblem
is elsewhere. If it is noisy it needs replacing this is expensive and
depending on the age of your machine you may not want to replace it. On a
belt drive remove the belts and spin tub.
Hi slogjlog - Often when a unit does not spin or agitate, it is because the unit cannot properly drain and dispose of the water and detergent solution. Does the unit make a humming noise? If so, the drainage hose/pump may be clogged and needs to be cleaned. If not, the washer may possibly be experiencing an issue with the door lock assembly, faulty pump, timer or control board not communicating correctly. Because it could be a number of any one of several underlying causes, I would recommend contacting a professional to properly diagnose and repair the unit.
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