My washer advances to spin cycle but wont spin unless i open lid and close it or stop timer then start again.?

Question

My washer advances to spin cycle but wont spin unless i open lid and close it or stop timer then start again.?

Answer 1

I'm guessing this is a whirlpool or Kenmore washer. two things will cause this problem 1st is the timer. after the washer drains the motor will pause then start back up and go into spin. so watch for the pause if no pause bad timer. also check it in other cycles. if the timer pauses bad transmission

Answer 2

Maybe your lid switch.  Try getting some help at this site:

http://www.repairclinic.com/0088_11_1.as...