How to Remove a Washing Machine Agitator

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Sometimes the agitator will get broken or crack. It's important to replace it promptly or you will find tears and rips in your clothes.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • Hammers
  • Wood Blocks

Step1
Unscrew the agitator cap.
Step2
Pull up on the agitator.
Step3
Fill the tub halfway with hot water if it won't come loose. Sometimes the heat helps release it.
Step4
Tap on a small block of wood pressed up against the top of the agitator if it still won't release.
Step5
Replace the old one with a new agitator of the same model.

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ronf

ronf said

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on 6/11/2008 doesn't answer my question. The agitator seems to be stuck or is there a screw or something holding it in place?

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