ITW4871FW3 Whirlpool Washer - Instructions
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- Customer:
- Joseph from Jupiter, FL
- Parts Used:
- 285565
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
Partial Agitation - CAM Agitator teeth worn
1. Removed the fabric softener dispenser
2. Removed Barrier Seal Cover
3. Removed bolt and seal
4. Removed and replaced CAM Agitator Assembly
5. Reversed the removal steps.
2. Removed Barrier Seal Cover
3. Removed bolt and seal
4. Removed and replaced CAM Agitator Assembly
5. Reversed the removal steps.
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- Customer:
- Roland from SPRINGTOWN, TX
- Parts Used:
- W11239857, WPW10427633, W10721967
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers
nut loosened from pully, belt cut into shield and came off
removed shield and pully nut and replaced shifter pulley and belt.
rolled it around several times to see how it stayed on or not, it stayed
. I replaced the new shield put the washer upright and tested fine.
rolled it around several times to see how it stayed on or not, it stayed
. I replaced the new shield put the washer upright and tested fine.
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- Customer:
- Lucas from ARKANSAS CITY, KS
- Parts Used:
- W10721967
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Wrench set
Making a loud noise for a while then stopped spinning
Removed two screws to remove guard. Two screws to remove another part with wires. Pulley nut was already missing. Component was twist locking tabs.
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- Customer:
- Thomas from MENTOR, OH
- Parts Used:
- 285565
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
Had to replace the agitator
I already had the old agitator out, so when I got the new one I put it in the tub. You have to spin it a little so it seats properly. I then tightened the bolt with a 7/16” socket and my wife was washing a load within 15 minutes
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- Customer:
- Anna from TAWAS CITY, MI
- Parts Used:
- W10837741
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers
Lid strike broke
Removed old one (2 screws) slid in place and screwed in.
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- Customer:
- Lorena from Tampa, FL
- Parts Used:
- 285565
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
the agitator was making loud noises and then the top part stop working
My husband just took the bolt in the middle took the broken one, put the new one, put the bolt back the lid the rubber seal and done. Working like new.
Basically we did what everyone else did with this part, it help me realize I did not need to call a repairman for this, I knew hubby would be able to do this.
Basically we did what everyone else did with this part, it help me realize I did not need to call a repairman for this, I knew hubby would be able to do this.
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- Customer:
- david from Rohnert park, CA
- Parts Used:
- 285811
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver, Screw drivers
upper agitator inoperable
Took ten minutes to pop upper assembly off and replace dogs. Note long ratchet or nut diver advisable 5/8.
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- Customer:
- Marilyn from Heath, OH
- Parts Used:
- 285565
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
agitator worn
First removed the cap, took out the screw, pulled out old agitator and replaced it with the new one
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- Customer:
- George from Danbury, WI
- Parts Used:
- 80040
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Socket set
Top agitator did not work
I removed the cover for the softener dispenser on the top of the agitator. Then reached in and removed the cover of the nut and washer which was very sticky and sealed with an o-ring. This took a bit of pressure. Then used a socket wrench with an extension to loosen the bolt and took the whole agitator out of the machine. Then I set the agitator on the floor and with a fine 12 inch long screw driver released the catches while turning and pulling the agitatior with my other hand and holding the lower agitatior on the floor with my feet. I then turned the upper part over and removed the cogs and holding mechanism.
Then I reversed the process after replacing the cogs with the new part. 25 minutes total.
Then I reversed the process after replacing the cogs with the new part. 25 minutes total.
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The Washer wasn't agitating.
Removed the attaching bolt and then removed the Upper Agitator Assembly. I removed the damaged parts and installed the Agitator Repair Kit and Re-installed the NEW Upper Agitator Assembly.
All of our wash was smelling like mildew. It was making us nauseas . After the repair everything smelled fresh and clean again. We received our parts within three days.
Thanks
All of our wash was smelling like mildew. It was making us nauseas . After the repair everything smelled fresh and clean again. We received our parts within three days.
Thanks
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- Customer:
- Billy from SILVER CITY, NM
- Parts Used:
- 285811
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
Agitator dogs broken
Super easy. Watch the video on YouTube.
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- Customer:
- Peter from Cudahy, WI
- Parts Used:
- 285565
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
agitator rotated in both directions, plastic ratchet had worn out
snapped off the softener dispenser, pulled out the plastic seal below and could see problem. Used socket with extension to remove agitator. ran machine to verify transmission was working.
Looked up parts on line and found Part Select. The repair stories insured me I had correctly identified problem. Ordered part on Sat. arrived Tues. Reversed disassembly process with new agitator. Success
Great source of information, fast delivery, very satisfied overall and will reccomend and use again
Looked up parts on line and found Part Select. The repair stories insured me I had correctly identified problem. Ordered part on Sat. arrived Tues. Reversed disassembly process with new agitator. Success
Great source of information, fast delivery, very satisfied overall and will reccomend and use again
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- Customer:
- Stephen from Hot Springs, AR
- Parts Used:
- 80040
- Difficulty Level:
- Really Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Nutdriver
Top section of agitator was slipping.
I ordered the new cogs but didn't want to wait the few days for them to arrive. So I decided to try and temporarily repair the old ones. After looking at the picture of the new ones on this site I realized that the teeth were just worn down. I took all four of them out and used a grinding disc to carve the teeth down deeper. They were not perfect. (I would recommend holding the teeth with a vise.) However, after reinstalling the cogs the machine worked perfect and that was two weeks ago. I'm not going to install the new ones until I have to.
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- Customer:
- Freedom Ford / Rick from MCALESTER, OK
- Parts Used:
- 285811
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
Agitator did not move
Replaced agitator sprage kit. Simple instructions simple repair
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- Customer:
- Dianne from WALES, MI
- Parts Used:
- 80040
- Difficulty Level:
- Very Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
Washer not agitating
Washer was not agitating. My husband did not have a clue what to look for, but he took it apart and noticed two of the four directional cogs were stripped. Did an internet search and found the part on your website and thought we would give it a try since the part/shipping was under $20. The parts came in three days and my washer lives on. Was ready to get a new one since it is 18 years old, but I will not wait. Excellent website with all instructions and parts breakdown of the washer.
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