I had the same issue and after taking the machine apart and after checking the mechanical and the electric, I found it was user error and a simple fix. The dial on the front panel was set between delicate and normal agitation. I simply turned the dial to make certain that the dial was hard stopped at one of the settings. No parts, no cost, no new washing machine.
I had the exact issue as shown in this video. I hope then next person that runs into this problem will test the quick fix first.
@jonnydenver Thanks for the tip. My symptoms just like yours. I checked first thing before diving into a repair to see if selector was set to normal. It was not set at normal as you described. The dial was slightly off the detented position. Once I moved the dial to normal position, washer worked perfectly. Thank you again.
It's obviously the TP973728 not teleporting the rare gazoo substance back to the planet LB9802 hence why your washing machine is not working as it should.
my machine is doing the same thing, I already replaced a broken coupler, so I am thinking the comment about the tranny locking up may be correct. I will pull the transmission case out and take a look. It agitates and spins slightly, but the clicking and power pull is there.
@benquintana2001 Ben, I think I have the same problem as you. In the start of the spin cycle when the tub drained it began to spin but slowly with the clicking and pulling power. Our first clue was that the lights in the house started getting dim about 2 times a second. You said you replaced the motor coupler. But what else did you have to do, or did you just get a new washer? I have to make a quick decision on whether to DIY this tonight or shop for new at lunch. Write back if you can. Thanks!
sounds like its trying to engage but not quite doing it..
when the washer changes gears the motor will draw a slight bit of power but in your case the gears do not seem to be engaging so you are getting the click click sound and every time there is a click the motor is pulling power to make the change but not getting anywhere so it tries again..
I will point out the constant pull pull pull the motor is doing I am sure it will cause it to warm up and possibly burn it out
A motor replacement would have likely remedied this problem...plus some tub scrubbing, as its an issue with the centrifugal switch on the motor likely.
loose white/violet, white/orange, or violet wire... the start winding is kicking but when the centrifical switch clicks there isnt a winding to carry it.. Very possible to have a bad run winding.. you would have to ohm it out. call a pro :)
That sound is so familiar, it's the transmission locking up, and the motor straining to force the transmission to agitate, i know cause my boyfriends exact same Kenmore did the same thing this one is doing, and it was the tranny..
I had the same click click sound and the washer used to jump around while spining and now it doesn't spin and drum seems to have come off from its place. How did u fix ur washer? I have Kenmore 80 series
What a beast!
VintageSunbeamMixers 1 month ago
I had the same issue and after taking the machine apart and after checking the mechanical and the electric, I found it was user error and a simple fix. The dial on the front panel was set between delicate and normal agitation. I simply turned the dial to make certain that the dial was hard stopped at one of the settings. No parts, no cost, no new washing machine.
I had the exact issue as shown in this video. I hope then next person that runs into this problem will test the quick fix first.
jonnydenver 3 months ago
@jonnydenver Thanks for the tip. My symptoms just like yours. I checked first thing before diving into a repair to see if selector was set to normal. It was not set at normal as you described. The dial was slightly off the detented position. Once I moved the dial to normal position, washer worked perfectly. Thank you again.
jameskercheval 1 month ago
I have that one.
TheZappster99 4 months ago
I had a washer like this. Had for it awhile and it stopped spining so I threw throw it away.
ahargrett1211 6 months ago
my mom has that brand.
axis69ify 9 months ago
It's obviously the TP973728 not teleporting the rare gazoo substance back to the planet LB9802 hence why your washing machine is not working as it should.
NeoFalcon69 11 months ago
i had a machine like this
wapperott 11 months ago
Looks like the machine is trying to start the wash cycle, but the motor wont engage.
matteng1997 1 year ago
Mototr start swich?
eddy75471 1 year ago
my machine is doing the same thing, I already replaced a broken coupler, so I am thinking the comment about the tranny locking up may be correct. I will pull the transmission case out and take a look. It agitates and spins slightly, but the clicking and power pull is there.
benquintana2001 1 year ago
@benquintana2001 Ben, I think I have the same problem as you. In the start of the spin cycle when the tub drained it began to spin but slowly with the clicking and pulling power. Our first clue was that the lights in the house started getting dim about 2 times a second. You said you replaced the motor coupler. But what else did you have to do, or did you just get a new washer? I have to make a quick decision on whether to DIY this tonight or shop for new at lunch. Write back if you can. Thanks!
RobertBorden121 10 months ago
sounds like its trying to engage but not quite doing it..
when the washer changes gears the motor will draw a slight bit of power but in your case the gears do not seem to be engaging so you are getting the click click sound and every time there is a click the motor is pulling power to make the change but not getting anywhere so it tries again..
I will point out the constant pull pull pull the motor is doing I am sure it will cause it to warm up and possibly burn it out
orangie84 1 year ago
A motor replacement would have likely remedied this problem...plus some tub scrubbing, as its an issue with the centrifugal switch on the motor likely.
Compwhiz128 1 year ago
this is a recommended video????
drumid1881 1 year ago 2
piece of shit
1337lolwtf 1 year ago
The repair man should clean detergent remains inside!
mig189189189 1 year ago
sounds like a 2 stroker ALLMOST starting...
Noonevrybody 1 year ago
Gear and pinon replacement in the gearcase.
vicelizarraras 1 year ago
switch the spark plug in it
pilotiandojdm 1 year ago
might be the dogs (little teeth on the inside of the agitator) not catching? they need to be replaced once they wear down
cdleeman 2 years ago
sounds like theres a old 1hp engine there
elemineseslapolla 2 years ago
I have at Roper model wash machine.Wan't drain,Is the rapair of couple all the same.india
MrsGreenleaf1 2 years ago
Motor
clint28nky 2 years ago
its a bad wire harness. just replace it and you will be good to go.
nork222 2 years ago
now i know what was wrong with our GE washer
somestuff2day 3 years ago
HARD DRIVE CRASH! XD
cheetawolf 3 years ago
We replaced the machine with a new Speed Queen. Its a much nicer machine. The Kenmore had rust in the tub anyway.
mistereric2 3 years ago
@mistereric2 Hows the Queen treatin ya?
budgetappliance 1 year ago
@budgetappliance Working GREAT! i like it. Feels like a higher quality machine.
mistereric2 8 months ago
all you need is a motor coupler and that will stop the click noise
toast94shadow 3 years ago
loose white/violet, white/orange, or violet wire... the start winding is kicking but when the centrifical switch clicks there isnt a winding to carry it.. Very possible to have a bad run winding.. you would have to ohm it out. call a pro :)
tronicsmasta 3 years ago
Its the motor, the centrigugal switch its locked, just replace it.
evilshadow86 3 years ago
That sound is so familiar, it's the transmission locking up, and the motor straining to force the transmission to agitate, i know cause my boyfriends exact same Kenmore did the same thing this one is doing, and it was the tranny..
deltaboy767 3 years ago
I had the same click click sound and the washer used to jump around while spining and now it doesn't spin and drum seems to have come off from its place. How did u fix ur washer? I have Kenmore 80 series
Besmartinstantly 3 years ago
The bolts on the bottom of the washer have probally backed out.
Turn the machine over and retighten them. That was my problem,
sugashack74 2 years ago