Whirlpool front load washer won't spin - just sometimes

Load balancer stuck or broken.

Possible blockage in 1 of the outlet pipes causing it to not drain out fast enough and keeping the clothes wet.

turn your dailer to spin cycle

Hi,

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heatman101

Hello, Welcome to FixYa. I think what you're referring to..."tub mat will not spin fast enough to dry"... is not an intended function of the washer. I don't know if you purchased these machines yourself or have access to the owners manual/operation guide, but if you do you can verify what I'm telling you. Front load washers ( any washers really, but top loads are a little more forgiving ) are not intended to wash bath mat's or any single items. If washing a single item one must either select a "no spin" or add another garmet/item of equal size or mass to balance the weight of the load, otherwise the unit will not spin to it's potential...if at all. This is an exert from the Kenmore/Whirlpool operating manual... 1. To load washer Open the washer door by pulling on the handle. Sort laundry according to color and type of fabric. Place a load of sorted clothes in the washer. Do not overload washer. Overloading can cause poor cleaning. The washer can be fully loaded, but not tightly packed. Washer door should close easily. Mix large and small items. Avoid washing a single item. Load evenly. Wash small items such as infant socks in mesh garment bags. It is recommended that more than one garment bag be used and that each garment bag be filled with equal amounts of material. Hope this info helps clear this up for you. Let me know how that works, but that should fix the problem. Good luck. Thank you for choosing FixYa to day for your inquiry. Regards, Macmarkus :)

Hi,

Problems with a washing machine not spinning or not draining are often interrelated..

If you are having a problem with your top load washer then check out thistip...

Washing Machine does not Pump or Spin


If you are having problems with your front load washing machine then checkoutthis tip...

Front Load Washing machine not draining and or not spinning


heatman101

Hi,

Problems with a washing machine not spinning or not draining are often inter related..

If you are having a problem with your top load washer then check out this tip...

Washing Machine does not Pump or Spin


If you are having problems with your front load washing machine then checkout this tip...

Front Load Washing machine not draining and or not spinning


heatman101

motor control board

you might want to call whirlpool cause it might be still in warranty

Possible your belt is loose; you have to unscrew the back after disconnecting electrical connection from wall socket. If the belt "gives" more than half an inch, you have to loosen the motor bolts and push motor upwards, then tighten the bolts very well. Try spin only to check, before closing the behind. It shd spin very fast.