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Agitator Removal Instructions:
Remove Dispenser or Cap:
Some models of washing machines utilize a fabric softener dispenser that resides on top of the agitator. This dispenser simply snaps onto the top of the agitator. Other styles utilize a decorative cap. To remove the dispenser, simply grab it and firmly pull up. To remove the agitator cap, insert a small flat-head screw driver into the seam between the agitator cap and the upper agitator (mover). Use a twisting or prying action to pop the cap off of the agitator.
Remove Internal Debris Cap:
Inside the agitator you will see a cap with a raised handle, much like that of your automobile. Simply reach into the agitator and twist the cap while pulling up. This will remove the cap and its o-ring.
Remove Agitator Stud:
When looking into the agitator assembly, you will notice a single nut in the center of the agitator. Use a socket kit or nut driver to remove this bolt (agitator stud).
Remove the Upper Agitator (Mover):
With the bolt removed you should be able to remove the upper half of the agitator (mover) by simply pulling up. Sometimes pulling up will actually remove the whole agitator assembly. If this happens, place the Lower Agitator on the floor and stand on the flat lip. Then Pull up to separate the Upper Agitator (mover) from the Lower Agitator.
Remove the Cam and Clutch Dogs:
When you remove the upper agitator (mover) it contains the cam and clutch dogs. Tun the assembly upside down. The cam and dogs should then come out.
-- Stop Here if Replacing Cam Kit --
Remove O-ring:
The lower agitator remains on the transmission shaft. On the top of the agitator, there is an o-ring. Remove this o-ring.
Pull the Lower Agitator:
All that remains is the lower agitator. This can be removed by simply pulling straight up on the agitator.
Agitator Installation Instructions:
Set Lower Agitator:
Slide the lower agitator onto the transmission shaft. Rotate the lower agitator until the splines in the shaft match those in the agitator. Once aligned press the agitator down. Install the o-ring into the top of the lower agitator.
-- Start Here if Replacing Cam Kit --
Assemble Cam and Dogs:
Turn the cam upside down. Place the small round ear of the dog into the corresponding slot on the cam. Repeat this for each of the four cams.
Install Cam and Dogs into Upper Agitator:
Invert the Upper Agitator (mover) and slide the cam/dog assembly inside. The cam should be pushed into the mover until it shoulders. Then rotate the whole assembly upright.
Install the Upper Agitator (Mover) on the Lower Agitator:
The lower agitator has two tabs that stick up that are 180 degrees apart. These tabs fit into two slots on the bottom of the cam. Align the matching tabs and slots and place the Upper Agitator (mover) and cam assembly onto the lower agitator. Push down until the cam snaps onto the Lower Agitator. If the dogs fall out during this step it is necessary to return to the 'Assemble Cam and Dogs' section above and start over.
Install the Agitator Stud:
Place the bolt (agitator stud) into the hole in the bottom center of the cam. Use a socket kit or nut driver to tighten the bolt .
Install Internal Debris Cap:
Install the o-ring into the groove on the OD of the debris cap. With the o-ring in place, push the cap into the Upper Agitator (mover). It is important that the cap is pushed past the ports in the Upper Agitator (mover) so that the wash water can enter and exit as designed.
Install the Dispenser or Cap:
The final step is to replace the top cap. Both the cap and the dispenser simply snap into place. Just make sure they are installed as far down a they will go and are firmly in place.
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 Whirlpool washer agitator repiar
Good advice but I had a hard time getting the upper and lower agitators apart. Instructions on how to get these parts apart if they stick would help
Bob [2009-09-03] |
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Agitator Removal
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Absolutely great! It gave me the information i needed to get the job done.
[2009-05-16] |
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Replacing agitator dogs
Wow who would of thought that I could fix my own washer for under $5 bucks,..Thanks for the info it helped me tremendously, very easy to follow and do.
Yolanda R. [2008-09-04] |
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Washer Dog ears.
The information you have regarding Whirlpool agitator problems could not be stated better. It really cleared up the problem I had with taking the upper part off. I only needed to replace the dog ears. Who wooulda thunk that's all it took. Thank you so much for the expert advice. Makes me feel as if I am somewhat useful. I'm bookmarking your page. It's the best I saw on the subject.
charles [2008-02-01] |
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Repair help
Superb! I went from totally agitated to calm and competent in 10 minutes! Thank you.
S. Raghavan [2008-01-25] |
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Thanks so much! This was a great help. Although I did have a very, very hard time taking the top half off. The top would not budge, no matter how hard I tried. Finally, frustrated and mad I used a hammer and it finally came apart! Wee... everything from there on was as easy as pie.
kh [2007-12-06] |
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Agitator Repair
Very good instructions. I had the dogs replaced and back together in 10 minutes. Thanks!!!!!!
Linda Milgrim [2007-10-05] |
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great advice
Thanks for the great step-by-step. It worked great, part only cost $9.75 and the repair man wanted $65.00 just to come out.
Saved lots of money cause of you guys, thanks again.
Tarun Gaur [2007-10-04] |
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Dog replacement
I could not have done it without repair help. Thanks again, George
George Denty [2007-09-17] |
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Go figure
Through a female's eyes in repairing a "cam" on anything seems very labor intensive. Once I read your article I ran downstairs and was done in 3-4 minutes, if that.
Kelli Terrell [2007-08-28] |
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Whirlpool washer agitator repiar
I found this repiar advice was EXACTLY what I needed. Many thanks
Tom Heath [2007-08-26] |
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ABSOLUTLY PERFECT
[2007-05-19] |
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how to install an agitator cam
I was stumped, spent over an hour trying to figure out how to remove the agitator stud.
One Click on your site and I was done in five minutes. You will be my first site from now on.
Thanks
Danny Gleason [2007-02-04] |
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OUTSTANDING ADVICE
As Gomer Pyle would have said, "Thank you, Thank you, Thank you." I saved a 50-dollar service call by dismantling the agitator and taking it to the appliance company in Munford (Tennessee). Directions and exploded pictures were wonderful. Had it in and out in minutes. Advice was "right on!!"
John Cunningham [2007-01-10] |
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repair help
EXCEPTIONAL ADVICE... Thank you... thank you.
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Appreciate the advice and competitive pricing!!
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