Washer will not spin. What are common causes for this problem?

One of the most common issues is the the washer won't spin. Unfortunately there are many parts to check that could potentially be the reason for this issue: The lid switch is faulty and its preventing the washer from spinning. The motor coupling is faulty, its job is to protect the motor and transmission but it can fail with time due to wear. Drive belt is probably the most common reason for a not spinning washer. The clutch, basket drive and transmission play important roles too!

Lid Switch Assembly: This prevents the washer from spinning when the lid is open. A multimeter must be used to determine that there in continuity in the unit and replaced accordingly.
Motor Coupling: The motor coupling connects the washer motor to the transmission. An overloaded washer could cause the coupling to break. Over time the coupling can also fail due to regular usage. If the coupling is broken it must be replaced with a new part.

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Check it out for more help with your washer spin issue. Good luck!

Hi Rhonda.
If your washing machine or washer dryer doesn't spin the first thing to check is the filter if the machine has one. Blocked filters are the most common cause of not spinning, often accompanied by its bedfellow fault, not draining. ... If however the washing machine has failed to drain then be prepared for a flood!
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HI Rhonda.
If your washer pumps out the water but doesn't spin, check these: The lid switch may be defective. ... The switch is inside the washing machine main housing near the door frame. Often you have to raise or open the top or front of the washing machine to get to the switch.4 May 2012

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What causes a washing machine not to spin?If your washer fills with water but doesn't agitate, the problem is likely to be a faulty lid switch, a broken belt, or a problem with the motor. (Note: Direct-drive washing machines do not have belts.) ... 1Check the washing machine's spin cycle. If this works, the motor is operating and the belt is not broken.14 Aug 2014Washer Doesn't Agitate or Spin - HomeTipshttps://www.hometips.com/repair-fix/washing-machine-agitate-spin.htmlSearch for: What causes a washing machine not to spin?
Why is my washer not spinning the water out?If the washer won't drain there might be a clogged pump or hose. It's common for small socks or other small clothing items to get into the water drain system and clog the hose leading to the pump or the pump itself. Remove the hoses from the pump in order to remove the article of clothing.16 Mar 2014SOLVED: Why won't my washer spin or drain? - Kenmore 110 Series ...https://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/.../Why+won%27t+my+washer+spin+or+drainSearch for: Why is my washer not spinning the water out?
What causes a washer not to spin?Over time, the repeated friction of the clutch pads rubbing against the housing can cause the clutch to wear and create a scraping sound. A worn clutch can prevent yourwashing machine from spinning, or may cause a slower spin speed which will leave your clothes wet after a cycle.How to Fix Washer That Won't Spin ' Washing Machine Repairhttps://www.partselect.com/Repair/Washer/Will-Not-Spin/Search for: What causes a washer not to spin?
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Common cause of this problem is The sound at high speed spin due to dry bearing of motor and wash tub. lubricate with high temprature grease.If you are not able to do.contact the mechanic

Check the lid switch. It is common for them to go bad. Check to see if it clicks when pushed down. the switch can cause the washer not to spin or drain.

see this causes and fix it. God bless you
Lid Switch Assembly If the washer won't spin the lid switch assembly might be defective. This is a very common problem. The lid switch assembly can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any electrical switches with an Ohm meter for continuity. The switches should have continuity according to their design.

Motor Coupling If the washer won't spin the motor coupling might have failed. The motor coupling connects the motor to the washer transmission. It is designed to fail if the washer is overloaded in order to protect both the motor and transmission. Another common problem is the lid switch.

Drive Belt If the washer won't spin, check the drive belt. If the belt is broken or if it isn't tight on the pulleys the washer won't spin properly.

Door Lock Motor and Switch Assembly If the washer spin the door lock assembly should be checked. The door lock can fail either mechanically or electrically. Test any switches on the door lock with an Ohm meter. The switches should have continuity according to their design.
Motor Control Board If the washer won't spin the motor control board might be defective. The motor control board provides power to the motor as well as direction and force. If the motor control board is defective the washer may not work at all or function properly.

Drive Block If the washer won't spin the drive block might be worn out or may have come loose. Underneath the agitator the drive block connects the inner tub (the one that spins around) to the transmission. If the drive block wears out the transmission shaft will still spin but the tub may not - or it may spin slowly. This also usually causes a lot of noise. The drive block is relatively easy to replace.

Clutch Assembly If the washer won't spin, the clutch assembly might be worn out. The clutch assembly makes the connection between the transmission and the inner tub. It is designed to allow the tub to get up to the proper spin speed gradually. As the clutch wears out it may prevent the tub from spinning. The clutch is not repairable, if it is loud or not working properly it will need to be replaced.

Clutch Band kit If the washer won't spin, the clutch band kit might be worn out. The clutch makes the connection between the transmission and the inner tub. It is designed to allow the tub to get up to the proper spin speed gradually. As the clutch wears out it may prevent the tub from spinning. If the washer won't spin, this clutch band kit may need to be replaced.

Drive Motor If the washer won't spin the drive motor might be defective. This is not common. Check all of the other related parts to this symptom before replacing the motor. If the motor is visibly burned out or physically damaged It will have to be replaced.

Tub Bearing If the washer won't spin the tub bearing might have seized. This is a common problem and relatively easy to replace.

Tub Seal and Bearing Kit If the washer won't spin the tub seal and bearing might have seized. This is a common problem and relatively easy to replace.

Bearing If the washer won't spin the bearing might have seized. This is not common. The bearing doesn't require any normal maintenance. They generally go bad when the tub seal fails and allows water to leak past into the bearing.
Basket Drive If the washer won't spin the basket drive clutch might be worn out. The basket drive sits on top of the transmission and engages with the inner tub. If the basket drive wears out the tub won't spin.

Basket Drive Hub Kit If the washer won't spin the basket drive hub might be worn out. The hub is a set of plastic gears underneath the agitator. The basket drive hub kit is easy to replace with standard hand tools.
Transmission If the washer won't spin the transmission might be worn out or defective. There are numerous more likely causes when a washer won't spin, which should be checked first.

The most common thing on that washer to cause it not to spin would be your door lock assy. The second most common issue would probably be your control board. If it is not draining then it also will not spin so make sure the pump is working. If i had to guess I would assume you have a bad door lock but without diagnostics and a multimeter its impossible to know for sure. Hope this helps. _MJ_

most common cause for this is pump bearing on water pump. remove belt and attempt to turn pump by hand. if it grinds get a new pump.

When the wild spinning is not caused by unbalanced/overloaded (wet) clothes in side, the first thing to check is that the washer is propery leveled, with all 4 feet on the ground.

If that is not the problem, on a front loading washer, the next most common problem is failed bearings that turn the whole inside basket.

Please report back what you find, OK?

Most common problem is the coupling. The basket drive would have tobe completly out not to spin without clothes in it. The gearcase could lock up and cause the couple to break but it's not very common.