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The one at my old place had a hole in the metalwork, front and center, about the size of my finger. I just turned on the gas, and held a match or lighter in front of the hole. A second or two later...

And make sure someone didn't turn off the water taps.

Sounds like the "clutch" at the top of the upper agitator isn't working.
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I just started looking for this same problem a couple of days ago. :eek:

Same thing happens with the Kenmore I have access to in the suite I rent. Carefully fill the hopper, slide it closed,...