What happens when you don’t use your washing machine for a while? It gets out of order and you can’t use it. Now, what if you don’t have money to buy a new washing machine? If it is a whirlpool washing machine then the thing is that it has an agitator in it. The agitator is responsible for agitation, which helps to wash the clothes in a better way. When it doesn’t work properly then you can’t do anything about it. You need to replace the agitator and it is not a simple task.
If you want to know how to replace the agitator of your whirlpool washing machine then follow this post, I will tell you everything that you need to know.
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Agitator replacement procedure
You must have heard that agitators are easily available at the stores. You can find them in the same place where you can buy other parts of your washing machine. Agitator replacement is a simple process. You just have to get a replacement agitator and replace it on your whirlpool washing machine. But before replacing it make sure that it is not damaged or not broken.
There are different types of agitators available on the market. Choose the one that is suitable for your washing machine. If you don’t know which type of agitator is best for your washing machine then search it online.
Here I will share with you the steps that you have to follow for agitator replacement procedure.
Remove all the screws from the top cover
After removing the screws you have to pull up the top cover to remove it. If there is any damage to the top cover then you have to replace it. The top cover holds the agitator in place. You need to remove the top cover to replace the agitator.
Disconnect the wires
If you have an agitator that has a wire connected to it then disconnect them before replacing the agitator. You can use a screw driver to remove the screws of the agitator and the wire. It is better to replace it while the machine is not running.
Remove the agitator
Once you removed the top cover you have to remove the agitator. You can use the pliers or a screw driver to remove the screws of the agitator.
Connect the wires
It is easy to connect the wires now. Just make sure that they are in the right place. If they are not in the right place then you may get short circuit and damage your washing machine.
Replace the agitator
Now, you have to replace the agitator on your washing machine. Make sure that you put it in the right position and tighten the screws.
Conclusion
I hope this post will help you to know how to replace the agitator of your whirlpool washing machine. It is not a difficult task but you need to take care while doing it. If you have any doubt about it then you can call a professional, but I doubt you would because it’s so easy by following video tutorial above. Hope it helps.