If this is a TOP LOADING Whirlpool manufactured washer, it DOES NOT have a drive belt. This is a direct-drive system that uses a motor couping in place of a drive belt.
A no spin problem can have several causes. Most commonly, this is caused by either a lid switch malfunction or a broken motor coupling. The following link explains how you can diagnose the problem and repair:
Read through the link provided and let me know if you have any questions. I have included parts sources and instructions on how to replace each part as well. Please post back with your MODEL NUMBER so that I may be able to provide you with further assistance. I hope you find this information helpful.
NOTE: Kenmore is manufactured by Whirlpool, so these instructions do apply.
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If this is a TOP LOADING Whirlpool manufactured washer, it DOES NOT have a drive belt. This is a direct-drive system that uses a motor couping in place of a drive belt.
A no spin problem can have several causes. Most commonly, this is caused by either a lid switch malfunction or a broken motor coupling. The following link explains how you can diagnose the problem and repair:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r3965207-whirlpool_top_loader_no_spin_problem
Read through the link provided and let me know if you have any questions. I have included parts sources and instructions on how to replace each part as well. Please post back with your MODEL NUMBER so that I may be able to provide you with further assistance. I hope you find this information helpful.
NOTE: Kenmore is manufactured by Whirlpool, so these instructions do apply.
Motor/Carbon Brushes
If the washine machine motor runs, but refuses to go into spin mode, a good possibility is that the carbon brushes have worn