Key Points A washer that isn’t spinning may be overloaded, unbalanced, or sitting unevenly on the floor.Common issues include broken parts like the lid switch, belt, or drain pump—all easy to replace.

An El Cajon family learned the hard way why it's good to know the terms of warranties when buying a pricy home appliance.

While water and a good spin cycle is a great way to clean your denim jeans ... or with an A, F, or P inside — do not put it in the washer. If your garment doesn't have a care tag or you're not sure, ...