In a top-loader, it's an easy fix for a too-sensitive
imbalance sensor.
Is this the office and number you'd called?
https://www.whirlpoolappliancesrepai...nty-guarantee/
Otherwise, snd them the bill or return the washer to the store for credit on a new or refurbished washing machine.
My BIL retired from a Maytag repairman position and he's kept our bought-used Maytag top-loader machine going for 24 years. (Problems all related to freezing temps).
While Whirlpool is a well-known "brand", their corporate office is in California, and offer warranty on Whirlpool, Maytag, KitchenAid, Jenn-Air, Amana, Gladiatior, GarageWorks, Inglis, Estate, Brastemp, Bauknecht, Indesit, and Consul.
Presently, there's no glut of Lakes Region repairmen with recreational drugs becoming legalized and receiving checks to stay at home. It could be a long wait.
