Roper
Spin Failure
Washer will not spin; clothes come out soaking wet, but it may drain water.
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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
Lid switch not engaging during spin, Worn drive belt, Failed shift actuator or splutch, Worn drive hub or stripped basket splines
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety First: Unplug the washer before servicing. Do not bypass the lid switch for normal operation.
- Step 1 – Confirm lid lock during spin: Start a spin cycle and check that the lid lock light comes on and the lid locks. If not, address lid lock issues.
- Step 2 – Listen for motor: If you hear the motor running but the basket does not spin, suspect a belt, hub, or splutch issue.
- Step 3 – Inspect belt and pulleys (if equipped): Replace a loose or broken belt and check pulleys for damage.
- Step 4 – Inspect drive hub (impeller models): Remove the wash plate and check the hub splines. Replace if stripped.
- Step 5 – Check shift actuator: Replace the actuator if it fails to shift into spin mode.
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Repair Difficulty
Medium
3/5
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