It sound like the plastic dawgs are worn. Under the plastic cap (that says Dual Action) at the top of the agiatator, you will find little plastic catches called dawgs. Un do the bolt in the center and replace the dawgs. I think they cost about $10, at your local appliance parts house.
Mikesecs
February 2007
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