Whirlpool top load washer Replacing the shifter switch
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These two videos helped me fix my washing machine. Thanks!
I’m glad I could help. Thank you for your support
You saved me $600. THANK YOU.
After watching your previous video on the diagnostic test, I order this part ASAP and got it delivered within 2 days from Amazon. I followed your instructions and it was so simple to install. Thanks again for sharing..feels good to wash my clothes again🤣👍🏾
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I have the same sensing light showing in the diagnostic code. “Far left light”. I pulled the shift sensor off and I don’t see any broken linkages. Was yours visibly broken? Maybe there are some internal contact issues that I can’t see?
I am replacing my shift actuator this week with this video!! Thanks for your help!!
Was yours visibly broken?
Thank you! I have heard stories about the drain being clogged at the end and causing problems, so, maybe, if time allows, take the hose off at the end and check it for lint while you are at it?
Thanks for making this installation video and including links where to purchase. Also, thank you for making the video on checking out diagnostic codes. Super straight forward.
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Thank you 🙏 for your help Juan from Houston Texas 😃🙌🏽
Your videos are awesome! Easy to follow and very helpful! Thanks
Thank you. I’m glad I could help ya. Thanks for the support
This worked for me. Thank you for making such an easy to follow video.
Thank you for your kind words. I’m glad it helped you out. Thank you for your support.
I’m totally NOT an appliance mechanic! I was visiting my daughter & her washer was only allowing a few things at a time to be washed. I came across your video on error codes & it was the 2nd video I watched & happened to correspond with what was wrong with her machine. I watched this video, ordered the part & just installed it. Haven’t tested it out yet. Here’s to hoping it is fixed! Thanks a ton! I’ve learned so much from TH-cam. I was alive & kicking before the dawn of the internet age. What ever did we do without it?!?!
Anyways, thank you for taking the time to make this vid.
I sure hope your machine is up and working again. Thank you for supporting my channel. I really do appreciate it.
@@OFFAxisBuilds I calibrated the machine & did an auto test & the same code came up as before. During the test it acted not right as far as I cld tell. I’m going 2 check & see if I put that thing in right. Seems like a no-brainer but need 2 double check. Any other ideas of why it wld throw that code?
Thanks for this detailed video! It was extremely helpful and very well illustrated. I appreciate your time and attention to detail.
After watching your previous video on the diagnostic test, I followed up with this one. I followed your instructions and it easy to install. Thanks for sharing. My wife is happy again and so is my wallet.
Great to hear. Glad I could help. Thanks for the support
Thanks for this video. It was just what I needed to repair my whirlpool cabrio washer !!
Thanks a lot. I watched your testing video and it worked. Now I just need to purchase the shifter switch! Thanks again. I will write another comment after I replace the switch! God Bless and Have a Blessed Day! 😊🙏
I’m glad I could help. Thank you for your support. Good luck on your repair.
Thanks for both videos. I bought the new part I needed and installed it. You made it easy.
Thanks.
I’m glade I could help you. Thank you for your support.
Thank you so much! I was able to save money. Easy to follow instructions.
So thankful you posted these videos for this. 🙏🏻 washer is now back up & running again. Thank you!
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Thank you 😊 your first video and this one; were a huge help.
Thank you, really helped me with a Machine that JUST went out of warranty
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Thank you for this video! Just bought my first home and I did not wanna call a tech to fix it!
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Great. Thank you. Was disappointed that Whirlpool didn't have any troubleshooting websites. Everything led to service sales. I appreciate my You Tube family so much. Deb
I’m glad I could help. I had the same issue that’s why I put these videos together
Awesome video Brother , thank you. Great instructions!
Thank you so much, you just saved me 400 - 550 bucks. Followed the video instruction now my washer works perfectly fine. Great Video!!!
That’s great to here you got it up and running. Thank you for your support
Thank you so much. Your video was very helpful. Many blessings .
I’m glad it could help you.
Thank you 🙏🏻 you’re a life saver.. I just ordered the part and I got it for $34 on Amazon by using your link.
Awesome I’m glad I could help you. And thank you for supporting my channel and amazon account.
I can't seem to find the link
Found it
Do you want the amazon link
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Thanks, I just ordered my new part and your presentation was very good.
+Carl Bryant glad I could help. Good luck.
Thanks my guy you are very helpful and not to mention saved me a lot of money
That’s good to hear. I’m glad you got it up and running. Thank you for your support.
@@OFFAxisBuilds could it be a clogged hose also for sensing issues?
Excellent video on the actuator/sensor replacement.
Lef Rite thank you
You saved me alot of money by helping me replace the shifter with your video. I owe You a beer my friend.
Glad I could help. Thank you for your support
Thank you for the video its very helpful.
I’m glad I could help thank you for your support
Great video! Thanks so much
I’m glad I could help.
Whenever you replace or even disconnect an electronic part on these machines, you MUST run the recalibration function (in diagnostic mode) so control board recognizes the new part. It takes about 3 minutes. Technician support manual is located under the top left front corner 25 - 48 pages worth!
I did it myself, thanks so much! The only problem I had is that it would not agitate in Wash cycle while everything else worked. I learned that the 'peg' on the actuator needed to be intentionally replaced into the 'loop' on the 'pulley assembly'. (I don't know the proper names for all the components.) But yeah, I did it! So happy!!!!😁👍🤓 (ALSO, my old actuator did not look broken. I removed the opaque cover and the arm looked intact.)
I’m glad you got it working again. Thanks for watching my video
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Yeah man thank you for this video! Just started having issues an found your channel! Gonna order the part an change out never would have known were to begin without this! Good Luck with your channel from Chicago!!
Thanks for the support. I have a link in the description to Amazon.
Thank you for making this video. This is exactly what I needed.
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This helped! Except- I just changed the part and now it won’t even begin to fill. Any ideas?
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Dude thank you so much, this was exactly what I needed.
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Thank you for this video! It was a very helpful video and had clear steps to follow along.
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Thank you you're video is very good I unfortunately have one of the newer Whirlpool washers with this problem I HATE with a passion these new POS machines they are so finicky and delicate and that whole recalibration thing I replaced my old Whirlpool washer during the hight of COVID in 2020 and this is all that was available at the time my old machine gave me 15-20 years of trouble free service I have been a Whirlpool person for 40+ years never again I'm buying an LG or Samsung my wife's friend has one and it works very well so maybe I can possibly fix this one for the time being using your Video thanks again
Before beginning this, i did go through the first video. I did get the same exact results from diag test. Sensing light. My question or comment is, perhaps specify to the audience that if that sensing light goes off, there is only one possibility- the shifter, because if there is more than one possibility and we go off your word, well then that is going to suck for us.
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Thanks for taking the time and walking us through. I have the part on the way. Can't see any broken pieces on old part. Is washer good to go after replacement or need to be recalibrated?
Thanks for watching. You should be good to go. The machine should calibrate its self. But if it doesn’t follow the calibration instructions in the manual
Any idea why would cause mine to keep breaking? Just replaced this last week. Worked fine for 3 loads and it’s broken again already
Great video, thanks!
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My washer is spinning, but not enough to wear clothes are still wet. Could it be the belt or clutch?
Hi there. My washer will spin but not agitate. From watching your videos, it looks like the shifter/actuator must be broken. It's juts a small Haier portable washer (HLPN21) and I've already fitted a new belt. Do you know how to fix/replace that part? It looks nothing like this one, unfortunately. Thank you.
I have a two at the end of my serial number but identical other than that I ran The diagnostics what’s the part number on that thank you very much for the information great videos
**Repair completed today**- My model is- wtw4815ew1. I watched your first video regarding how to get into diagnostic mode. My results were identical. Diagnostic test results- Green light indicator on 'sensing'. Indicating a- the shift actuator part has failed. I watched the second video. Immediately ordered the part 45$ bucks, but arrived the next day. Used a 5/16 to remove the bottom cover, unplugged the electrical connector of the shift actuator, then remove the 2 phillips screws holding the actuator. Once I removed the actuator, I was worried. I turned it over, and the lever was not broke, it didn't jiggle, and I thought- FUCK! And I doubted you. I was pretty certain, I had just ordered a 50$ part for nothing... regardless, I put the new actuator on. Connected back the hoses, plugged the machine in. And when I did, no lights came on.. and it began clicking. ...... dam! O but wait, like ten seconds later- THE WASHING MACHINE ENGAGED AND FIRED UP.... HELL YEAH. Sorry for doubting you. And Thank you sir for the spot on information. Which is why I had to make time to come back and help others as you have, and do. God bless.
I’m glad I was able to help. I know fixing things can be expensive and I know you want to order the right part and get it fixed quickly. Do I completely understand you questioning the diagnostic.
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Thank you
I have a WTW5000DW2 and when I watched your first video you said you have the DW1... will this part for for for DW2?
Sensing shifter not working due to lid lock ? Is that possible? Replaced lid lock sensor but lid lock did not activate went through diagnostic steps to it washed see if it shifts past wash it was stuck in sensing ?! Now it advanced to wash?!
I have this exact washing machine and I replaced shift actuator it’s still leaving clothes too wet. Any idea what else it could be?
I changed that sensor 2 weeks ago. Now it's bad again. These Whirlpool/ Maytag washing machines are horrible.
Completely agree I repaired mine for almost a year after warranty then I just finally replaced it with a better machine. These things suck.
@@OFFAxisBuilds what washer is better?
My new machine is a Samsung
So. I stumbled onto your videos as I have the exact same model machine. Ours has started dumping water out that appears to be coming from underneath, but isn’t doing it on every cycle. I ran the diagnostic and got the sensor error same as you. Was thinking about ordering a replacement sensor...but wasn’t sure if that will fix whatever is causing it to dump water on the floor. FYI, it only seems to happen on heavy loads like towels/sheets. Any thoughts?
I would start with the sensor that rammed to help me and I had a very similar issue I just didn’t allow it to over flow.
I have ordered the sensor. Thanks for the link! Fingers crossed that solves my issue
Good luck. I have Another video on replacing that sensor
Is the arm suppose to be for sale or tight
What code is for that shifter problem? iam getting a F7 E1 code
So my exact washer does not agitate same part will work? Cuz its spins and rinse but not agitate
That should fix it. If it doesn’t it could be the agitator clutch. Do you hear a grinding noise when trying to shift?
Aloha...we have a washer that looks exactly like this but my model is wtw4815ew1 , which isn't listed in the part numbers in the amazon link.I have never tried fixing a washer myself but my son and I watched your videos, and practiced taking the cover off etc so I think we can do it but now I am not sure if the parts would be the same?Thank you!I am trying to find someone to help me fix it but have not had any luck.
We have the same exact machine, when it gets to the spin cycle it will not pump out and spin. If we do a manual spin by selecting "drain and spin" it will pump out and spin but it won't do it on its own. Is that a similar problem to what you saw? I am considering removing the switch in the video to see if I can see if the linkage is broken inside....any thoughts? Great video by the way
Yes that’s exactly what happened to me. It would switch over. I would start with that switch. I have a amazon link above it that part needs to be replaced. Good luck
@@OFFAxisBuilds Replaced the switch today with a new one. Same problem...when it gets to the rinse cycle it will bring water in but it never spins the water back out, it does pump it out but it has to spin to get the clothes more dry. If I select the drain and spin option it will spin out so I know that mechanically it works. I'll have to do some more research but anyway your video was great.
It’s possible you need to reset your machine.
Unplug it for 30 seconds
Then plug it back in
Once plugged back in press the start button 10 times.
Then try to run it again
@@OFFAxisBuilds Got it fixed today...I went into the diagnostic mode and the flashing lights indicated a slow fill issue that would then interrupt the timing of the cycles. I then pulled the hoses off and found that the inlet valve screen for the cold water was completely plugged. I cleaned it out and ran a cycle and now it works perfectly! So happy
Awesome
Can you tell me how to reset a Kenmore series 500 upright washing machine please
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@@OFFAxisBuilds how did you know it was the shifter and not the motor? Getting a buzz when it is trying to spin/agitate but no movement ... Thank
cronshab I knew It was the shifter because it would go through all of the steps except drain and spin.
@@OFFAxisBuilds right, so you had the agitation? I'm getting a buzzing and no movement when attempting agitation or spinning so I'm thinking motor.
Check your belt or clutch. It sounds like your belt slipped off or broke. I’m going to put a video together on the Symptoms and how to replace the belt a clutch.
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How long before first repair on this washer? Months or years?
I did my first repair 1 month after the 1 year warranty
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Hi, so I had the same issue, stuck on sensing. Diagnostic showed sensing. Bought new shifter, installed it, still stuck on sensing. Diagnostic for new shifter still shows sensing. Any ideas?
If that didn’t fix the issue it might be your lid latch.
Good video...wat was the part number you got from Amazon...my model number is wtw5000dw1 but it's not cing out there is other ones that look exactlyike it but they HV a different number
I have a link in the description. It will take you right to the part on amazon
So I followed everything. My diagnostics said sensor error too. I got a new actuator and triple checked i put it back in right. I even recalibrated too. Still when it goes to wash mode it just does nothing but you can hear it try to click over but doesn’t start washing. Hellllpp😢 haha
Just swapped it. Still getting the same sensing error and now can’t even run the calibration because it sounds like the washer is dying (new issue). Any suggestions?
I switched the part and recalibrated it, but when I diagnose it still shows the same light? What should I do?
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I did everything on the video replaced it with the new one and it’s still doing the same thing. Does anyone have any information on what else it could be?
It doesn't need to be calibrated?
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My washing machine stopped sensing is it the same issue?? does the lid lock have any connection with the sensor
Does I’d just keep filling with water?
Or does it just not start?
@@OFFAxisBuildsit's doing nothing not taking water its stuck on start pause button
@@OFFAxisBuilds got into diagnose mode faulty code is sensing & spin blinking
I need to replace my shifting sensor but there is still water in the washer that I can't see how do I drain it?
Put the unit in drain and spin. That should drain the water.
I tried that but it wouldn't do it. I figured it out. I do have another question I change the shifting sensor but my washer still is not working and when I did the error code is still coming up as a sensor issue. Would there be another part that could be wrong or is the sensor I bought the problem
Should I reset the codes after installing this part ?
I did everything to a T and still doesn’t click over and begin wash mode. I can hear it try but no dice. Super annoying. I even replaced the dogs because those were stripped too
Will that part work for WTW5000DW3
I’m looking into it to it to see if It can fit that machine.
Mine throws the sensing code but my problem is a little different. My washer will fill and spin and drain but will not agitate any suggestions
Does the machine make a loud noise when shifting?
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Kinda just clicking sound while attempting to agitate.
I got impatient and took the shifter switch off and believe it is the issue. There was a tiny piece broke off on the "roundish" white piece connecting it to the bar that is supposed to move it causing it to not move.....if that makes sense lol I'll let ya know for sure in 2 days
Ok so there is a plastic clutch at the bottom where the belt attaches to the agitator. That might be loose or broken. If it’s broken it will only spin in one direction and not agitate. Amazon link below
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I went ahead and ordered that as well just in case thanks for all of your help
Good luck hope that helps
Ok please help! I switched the motor, ran the calibration (forgot that part after i switched the motor), washer ran fine for a week, now its like the drum is getting stuck. I believe one of the error codes was F7 E1. It has me going back and forth, test this test that. Could you please point me in the right direction?
It might be your belt clutch directly under the drum. Or you broke a belt.
Where can u purchase the sensor?
Amazon Whirlpool W10913953 www.amazon.com/dp/B01N38MC0R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
My Son replaced my shifter switch on my whirlpool washer wtw 5000 Dwl and the sensing light was still on and it only operated on clean washer with affresh cycle. I reset it and everything else. Do you know what else it could be?
+Monica West does it continue to fill or does it eventually stop? I would double check that the shifter switch is in the proper location. It might be that it’s not in the loop at the bottom, it could also be a bad switch. I know I have replace a few. Also check to make sure the belt didn’t slip off.
@@OFFAxisBuilds Ty for the response. It does fill and it eventually stops. It only fills a small amount but only runs on the washer clean with affresh cycle.
What is the part I need to order? And i so appreciate you!
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This is the part you are looking for. Good luck and thank you for the support.
Thanks so much. So I did this and its still getting stuck on the wash cycle.. any ideas?
Yes sir I replaced the lid latch and the sensing light is on
That’s great is your machine running now?
Where’s the Amazon links? Thanks man.
Here is the link. Good luck
Whirlpool W10913953 www.amazon.com/dp/B01N38MC0R?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
The lights are blinking orange not green. What could this be?
Where did you get that part from ?
Ethan Shields I have the details in my description. I purchased it from amazon.
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What happens that splotch Burns out because too much clothes inside 👍🇨🇦
I replaced the shifter switch but it is still coming up with the same error code in the diagnostic mode. I also tried recalibrating and still the same problem and same error code. It starts to fill with water then gets stuck in sensing mode and won’t move on. It will do rinse and spin or drain, and the lid lock works too. Any other ideas on what the problem might be? Thanks for the videos!
Does it make a loud noise when shifting?
@@OFFAxisBuilds I’m not sure... it doesn’t really shift, so I guess not? Also if I open the lid while it is stuck in sending mode and then close it it will start to fill up for a few seconds again before stopping again.
@@OFFAxisBuilds so it looks like it might be related to the temperature. It will run correctly if I set it on cool, but when I set it on hot it gets stuck in the sensing stage and won’t move on to wash. Any thoughts?
I have not seen that issue before. It might be a temp sensor issue or a board issue.
That fill process is normal. It will put a little water in the washer after the lid shuts.
When mine had that issue I replaced the board, and that seemed to fix the problem.
Help!! I replaced this and it still didn't help. Green sensing light stays on and the lock light just keeps blinking. After i hold the start button down, sensing light shuts off,but lock light stays blinking
Try a hard restart. Unplug the machine for5 min then plug it in. Right after you plug it in press the start button 10 times. You should hear a click.