20 Most Recent Roper RAS8445KQ Top Load Washer Questions & Answers

Most of these spin related problems are attributed to a lid switch malfunction. A washer that fills and doesn't do anything, or stops right after the wash cycle and then does not advance to the rinse cycle and drain is commonly caused by a lid switch. The lid switch is usually mounted under the washer top casing, on the right hand side on most top load models. It is activated by a plastic piece on the lid (called a "Lid Strike") through a small hole on the rim of the wash tub opening. In many cases the lid strike breaks off the lid, or the lid switch becomes loose and no longer makes contact. Inspect the lid to make sure the lid strike is still intact, and then inspect the mounting screws (adjacent to the small opening on the wash tub rim) and make sure they are snug. If you determine the switch to be defective, the following link explains how to replace one:

http://www.fixya.com/support/r385198-replacing_lid_switch

If the switch requires replacement, a new one can be purchased on line at searspartsdirect.com, pcappliancerepair.com, repairclinic.com, appliancepartspros.com. Just use your model number as your search criteria. All these sites offer competitive pricing, so shop all them for the best price.

Let me know if you have any questions. I hope this helps you.

unplug machine for 30 minutes.

two screws to remove top panel. 2 clips to remove cabinet . remove lid switch . of course unplug machine.

most likely a bad lid switch

no cleanable lint filters

change water valve

CHECK UR WATER INLET VALVE THE HOT COILS MAY HAVE GONE BAD? CHECK FOR OHMS AND FOR VOLTAGE, THEN ALSO CHECK UR WATER TEMPERATURE SWITCH, IT MAY BE DEFECTIVE.

it has a self cleaning filter mounted under the tub. if you want to clean out the tub and filter thoroughly then:

• run a cycle with no clothes using hot water and a gallon or two of bleach. 
• after the tub has filled up add a teaspoon or less of dish liquid like palmolive. this acts like a surfactant for the bleach. 
• make sure you also run an extra rinse cycle to make sure you have all the bleach out of the machine before putting clothes in.
  

You possibly could have a bad lid switch. The machine may think you still have the lid up and that is why it stops and will not do anything else.

Your mixing valve sounds like it is dead. Pretty easy fix! Do some Googling to find out how to install your particular model and type. Write down your Brand name model number and get a new mixing valve online. bada bing! You just saved yourself $150.

Can you easily turn the motor by hand? If not, the motor bearings may need oil on the felt pads which surround them. Dribble it down beside the shaft at each end (after removing from washer and standing vertically). Any automotive engine oil would be fine.

This should be belt driven? I would imagine jut adjusting the tensionwould work.

check to see when and where you are to add the softener read the manual for tips look in the trouble shooting guide

The pressure switch has to be satisfied first, then it will agitate. There is a way to force the agitation, but hooking up the water would be easiest. Hope this helps