Hi Jake: We have a Whirlpool LSQ9200LQ3 washing machine. It is about 5 years old. Notes from my wife...

"The problem began when the washer not spinning at the spin-cycle. You could hear that the washer was on but the tub would not spin.

I first dealt with the problem by shaking the entire machine back and forth until something would catch and it would start spinning. Then I rigged so it will stay on with the top door open and I reach my hand in and spin the tub manually.

Now it will only work if I over load it with towels all the way to the top during the rinse cycle because it will only spin if it has a heavy load in it (I still have to do it manually)."

Some reading I've done suggests it may be a problem with the "transmission?" I did not realize washing machines had transmissions...

Any ideas? As always, thanks Jake!
Chad

Hi Chad,

Here's the gearcase for your model:
Gearcase for direct drive washer(The manufacturer has replaced part number 3360630 with this item, part number 3360629.)


Here is the basket drive for your model:
Manufacturer part number 285792 is RepairClinic item number 1254
285792

Here is your clutch assembly:
Manufacturer part number 285785 is RepairClinic item number 2670
285785

Here's a good help link to access these parts:
Whirlpool, Kenmore, Roper, Estate, Kitchen Aid: Direct Drive Spin Tube

Here's a similar thread to yours that the member found it was the clutch:
[FIXED] Kenmore 110.22872100 won't spin without help

Jake

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Hi Jake: As always, I appreciate your help. You are correct that the parts are fairly expensive and I think the repair may be beyond my skill level. I'll consider both the repair and a replacement.

THANKS Jake!
CDL

Ok, sounds good CDL, thanks for the update.

Jake

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