I have a Kenmore washer tube wont move to spin out

The spin-tube assembly needs to be replaced.

This is one of those jobs to call-in the repair professional for.

Bad/broken coupler/ http://www.davesrepair.com/DIYhelp/DIY285753.htm

Hi, this motor has faulty windings, causing it to lock up and not rotate the drum/basket. replace this motor asap if possible.

Leaks water...check the pump first. The fill valve and hoses may be the next step. See how to take apart info. With the use of plastic drain hoses on many machines today, this has become a common leak trouble maker. The drain hose can rub the wall or a pipe and this will rub a hole in the drain hose.
 

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Try replacing the motor coupler between the motor and pump three small pieces about 18.00 dollars at sears parts store.

Dear Customer

Please perform the following checks

Does it drain and spin if not lift the lid and close it slowly did you here a click? no click check lid switch. if it drains but wont spin and the motor is running most likely a bad motor coupling. fills and nothing but it dose drain and spin look a the water level switch. need more info model # Please rate this,Thank u

This a common problem for all front loaders. Your washer will not drain or work 'cause your outlet filter is clogged or an unusually heavy load. The small door is on the left side front bottom of your washer. Remove the door with a putty knife or thin butter knife inserted in the middle top of the access panel door. Drain the water from the filter housing by pulling the tube out of the clip and unplugging, allow it to run into a bucket while the machine is in spin only mode. This mode is acheived when the washer is first powered on press the spin button until no spin is reached then run. Run in this mode until no water is draining from the tube in the bucket. Keep the tube as low as possible. When water has stopped coming out of the tube turn off the washer and unplug from the wall. This step is important because this resets the fault. Expect some water to come out when you open the filter housing by turning counterclockwise until you can pull the filter from its housing. Clean out your filter, return to housing turning clockwise until seated and recap the tube and place in the holder, refit the cover and plug back into the wall. Fixed. You may also need to lighten the load a bit but I always try full on load anyways. If it fails again just lighten, unplug wait >1 minute then replug and run.

This should help you get to the coupler between the motor and the trans.
Good Luck

Mrquest
If it is draining the water then the motor is running. ou most likely have a broken motor coupler between the motor and gearcase.

Remove the two screws that hold the console to the cabinet and flip the console back.
Remove the two clips that hold the cabinet to the rear panel of the washer and unplug the lid switch harness. The cabinet will tilt forward and slide off.
Remove the clips holding the water pump and move it to the side.
Unplug the wires from the motor and remove the clips holding it.
You will see the motor coupler.
Make sure you can turn the gearcase shaft with a pair of pliers so it is not locked up.
Post back with the complete model number from the washer if you need further help.
Thanks, Mike

don't suspect yet for the belt! if the motor runs then the belt could be the problem but not exactly! you could tighten the belt by adjustments of some components.

for the drain, make sure that the drain hose is placed down. try to look for connection for the drain knob going to the drain outlet. it could just be a cut/broken line!

notice also if there is a leak (water) on the bottom of the washer spinner. if it has, then the water seal has worn out causing slipping and poor spinning!