KitchenAid No or Poor Spin Performance

Washer will not spin or spins very slowly; clothes come out very wet.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Unbalanced load detection preventing high spin, worn drive belt, failing drive motor, faulty motor control board, clogged drain causing retained water

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety First: Unplug the washer before internal inspection. Water may be present in the tub.

Step-by-step checks:

  • Check load: Open the door and redistribute clothes evenly. Avoid single heavy items (e.g., one blanket). Run a spin-only cycle.
  • Verify drain: Ensure the washer drains fully (see F21/F02 procedures). Standing water will prevent high-speed spin.
  • Inspect belt and motor: Remove the rear panel and check the drive belt and motor as described in the no-agitation section.
  • Suspension check: Gently press down on the drum from the top. It should move down and rebound smoothly. Excessive bounce can affect spin.

When to replace: Replace a worn belt or failing motor. If mechanical parts are good but the unit never reaches high spin, the motor control or main control may require replacement.

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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Drive Motor Assembly
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