Unresponsive Whirlpool washer model LBR4132JQ2

[kylemeadows]

Hi all, 

My son bought a used Whirlpool washing machine several weeks ago, which ran fine till yesterday, when it died. After being loaded with towels and turned on, it filled with water, then refused to do anything more. The towels were removed (in case it had been overloaded) but still nothing. Any clues how to begin diagnosis?

Many thanks!

[vee8power]

Check the lid switch.

Part number: AP5983746

[kylemeadows]

 Thanks very much for the reply.  I will begin my investigation by checking the lid switch.  If that's not the source of the problem, what would be the next step in diagnosis?

I should add that the water supply impulse is still good, since my son could switch it from small load to large load and it would begin to add water. It just wouldn't run after that. 

[kylemeadows]

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[kylemeadows]

 Thanks very much, vee8 power, you hit the nail on the head. I replaced the lid switch and it works just fine. 

 What a great forum!