What would cause my Kenmore washer to not spin or agitate clothes? Appliance Repair Questions › Category: Washing Machines › What would cause my Kenmore washer to not spin or agitate clothes? 0 Vote Up Vote Down Anonymous asked 10 years ago The motor turns on but sounds terrible when it does. It will fill up with water but will not agitate the clothes. When I put it on spin it will drain the water but will not spin the drum. Please login or Register to submit your answer Username or Email Address Password Remember Me