What commonly causes washing machine not agitating?
For a washing machine with this symptom, the most relevant component families are Agitator dogs / cams, Agitator / washplate, Drive block / hub, Motor coupling, Drive belt.
Component families associated with this symptom
These are component types commonly connected with this malfunction. They are not model-specific part-number recommendations.
Agitator dogs / cams
Traditional agitators often use replaceable dogs or cams to transmit motion.
Agitator / washplate
Stripped splines or damaged drive surfaces can prevent agitation.
Drive block / hub
A worn hub or drive block can disconnect basket or agitator motion from the drive system.
Motor coupling
Direct-drive designs may stop agitating when the coupling fails.
Drive belt
Belt-driven washers rely on belt tension to transfer motor power.
Shift actuator
A failed actuator may not shift the transmission into agitate mode.
Gearcase / transmission
A failed gearcase can prevent agitation.
Drive motor
A motor failure can eliminate agitation as well as spin.
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Functions being matched: Agitator dogs / cams, Agitator / washplate, Drive block / hub, Motor coupling, Drive belt, Shift actuator, Gearcase / transmission