This machine fills and empties, but won't agitate or spin. I had started a load of throw rugs, then checked back during the wash cycle, and it was agitating (lower half) as usual (the upper agitator has not worked since I'd gotten it, used).

Later, when it had finished, the tub was empty but the rugs were sopping wet. I reset it for a spin cycle, but although the pump could be heard working, the tub didn't move. I removed the rugs and tried again: same thing. I unplugged it for an hour or two in case a thermal overload breaker would reset, but no go. I then did a small empty load, and although the motor could be heard working down there, the agitators (and tub) remained still; when the selector was cranked forward into a spin cycle, the tub drained but would not spin. Any ideas?

Thanks, richappy. Am I going to need special tools or tricks to remove the cabinet and disassemble the drive train?

Doesn't sound too bad. Thanks for talking me through this, richappy, I really appreciate your help. I'll let you know what happens.

Glad you fixed it.