My washing machine won’t spin; how can I fix it?

These are some typical causes for a washer not to spin:

The laundry machine has too much in it.

There is an imbalance in the load.

The washer is not properly balanced.

The cover switch isn’t working.

The engine has burned out.

There is a broken belt.

We’ll go over each of these concerns in more detail soon. First, you should check to see if your washing machine stops spinning altogether or if the spin cycle is interrupted. You can check to see if the drum is moving by listening to the washer, feeling its exterior, or opening the lid while the machine is spinning (for top-loading machines). During this check, make sure the washing machine is empty of laundry.

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