Kenmore 70 series will not spin?

There is a plastic pin on the lid. When the lid is closed, the pin closes a switch which allows the spin cycle to operate. This prevents the spin cycle from operating while the lid is open. Make sure the pin makes contact with the switch when the lid is closed. I pushed the switch down with a screwdriver and the spin cycle began. I was careful to NOT TOUCH OR INTERFERE WITH THE SPINNING TUB. I unplugged the machine and adjusted the switching mechanism. Over the years, the switch on my machine had loosened. I tried this before I pulled the machine out and opened the back. It was a big time saver.

Paul
July 2006

Hi again,

I forgot to tell you this, for the breakdown you can go to www3.sears.com and then plug in your model number and you will be able to order the part and veiw a breakdown.

JP
July 2005

Hello,

The part you need is a motor coupling. It fits between the motor and the gearcase and causes a no aggitate/no spin situation. The part is under 15 dollars.

JP
July 2005