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Quick answer: The most common wear parts on LG’s WTG and WTS series top loaders are the magic lint filter ($7.99 — the fix for linty washing), the suspension rod assemblies ($59.95 — the fix for banging and walking on spin), and the drain pump ($34.95–$39.95 — the fix for a drum full of water at the end of the cycle). All are in-stock parts shipped same day from Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Magic Lint Filter — $7.99 · Suspension Assembly (6.5–7.5 kg) — $59.95 · Suspension Assembly (8.5–9 kg) — $59.95 · Drain Pump — $34.95 · Pressure Switch — $21.65 · Inlet Valve — $48.95 · Not sure which part? Use the Part Finder
Common faults on LG WTG and WTS series top loaders
The WTG and WTS prefixes cover LG’s mainstream Australian top loaders — models such as the WTG6520, WTG7520, WTG8521, WTS6520 and the larger WTG9020V. They share a common platform, which is why so many parts on this page fit across several models in the family. They are durable machines, but the same handful of wear points shows up across the range: the clip-in lint filter splits, the suspension rods lose their damping, and the drain pump eventually fails. Each is an inexpensive part and a manageable home repair.
Before ordering parts, locate the model sticker — on these top loaders it is under the lid or on the rear of the control panel. Confirm the full model number, because fitment differs within the family: the WTG6520 and WTG7520 take one suspension assembly, while the WTG8520, WTG8521 and WTG9020 models take another.
| Part | Symptom | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
 Magic lint filter | Lint and fluff over every load; filter basket cracked or clips snapped; filter missing after a heavy cycle | $7.99 | Buy lint filter (WTG6520 / WTG7520 / WTG8521) · twin pack |
 Suspension rod assembly (6.5–7.5 kg models) | Loud banging on spin; drum sagging to one side; machine rocking or walking across the floor on an ordinary load | $59.95 | Buy suspension assembly (WTG6520 / WTG7520 / WTS6520) |
 Suspension rod assembly (8.5–9 kg models) | Same symptoms on the larger machines in the family | $59.95 | Buy suspension assembly (WTG8520 / WTG8521 / WTG9020B / WTG9020V) |
 Drain pump | Water still in the drum at the end of the cycle; drain error on the display; humming from below with no water movement | $34.95–$39.95 | Buy drain pump (WTG6520 / WTG6534W / WTG7520 / WTG8521 / WTG9020V / WTG9034WF) · alternative (WTG7520 / WTG8521) |
 Pressure switch (water level sensor) | Over-filling or under-filling; machine refusing to start the wash after filling; level errors on the display | $21.65 | Buy pressure switch (WTG9020V / WTS6520 / WTG8521 / WTG7520) |
 Inlet valve | No fill or a slow trickle; humming at the start of the cycle; water seeping into the drum when the machine is off | $48.95 | Buy inlet valve (WT-H550 / WT-H550W1 / WTG6534W) |
Diagnosis guide – LG WTG / WTS top loaders
- Note any error code first. These machines report faults on the display — a drain code points at the pump, a level code at the pressure switch, a fill code at the inlet valve. Our LG washing machine error code guide decodes the full list.
- Linty washing? Lift the lint filter basket off the inner drum wall and inspect the mesh. A split or a missing clip lets everything it caught wash straight back over your clothes. It clips off and on by hand — no tools.
- Banging or walking on spin? Push down firmly on one corner of the open drum and let go — it should settle immediately, not bounce. A drum that keeps bouncing, sits low on one corner, or clunks means one or more suspension rods have collapsed. Replace them as a set for an even ride.
- Water left in the drum? Check the drain hose for kinks first, then listen at the base during the drain phase. A hum with no water moving — or silence — means the pump. Our LG not-draining guide walks the whole diagnosis.
- Fills but won’t start washing, or overfills? The pressure switch is telling the board the wrong water level. It is a small sensor connected to an air hose — check the hose for splits before replacing the switch.
- Washes but won’t spin? On an LG top loader that agitates normally but never spins up, the clutch assembly is the usual suspect — see our LG top loader won’t spin clutch guide for the full diagnosis.
Fitting the parts yourself
Top loaders are kinder to home repairers than front loaders. The lint filter clips on by hand in seconds. The suspension rods hang between the cabinet corners and the outer tub — with the top or rear panel opened, each rod unhooks and the new one hooks in, and doing all four at once takes under an hour and cures the banging completely. The pressure switch and inlet valve both live under the top panel near the rear and are simple unplug-and-swap jobs.
The drain pump sits at the base of the machine. Tip the machine forward or lay it gently on its front on a blanket, disconnect the hoses and the electrical connector, and swap the pump — allow about 45 minutes with basic hand tools, and have towels ready for the water that stays in the sump.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my LG top loader leaving lint on everything?
The magic lint filter has split or lost a clip. It is the single cheapest fix on the machine — $7.99, replaced by hand in seconds. If your washes are linty, check it before blaming the detergent or the machine.
Which suspension assembly fits my model?
The 6.5–7.5 kg suspension assembly is listed for the WTG6520, WTG7520 and WTS6520; the 8.5–9 kg assembly is listed for the WTG8520, WTG8521, WTG9020B and WTG9020V. Always confirm your full model number on the model sticker before ordering.
My WTG top loader won’t drain — pump or hose?
Check the hose for kinks and the standpipe height first. If the machine hums at drain time with no water moving, the pump has failed — the drain pump in the table covers most models in the family. The step-by-step diagnosis is in our LG not-draining guide.
Where is the model sticker on an LG top loader?
Under the lid or on the back of the control panel. The model number starts with WTG or WTS on this family — note the full number including any letter suffix, as fitment differs between the 6.5–7.5 kg and 8.5–9 kg machines.
Is it worth repairing a WTG or WTS top loader?
Almost always. Every common wear part on this page is under $60, and the jobs are among the easiest in the laundry. Even the drain pump — the most involved repair here — is a sub-$40 part and a well-understood DIY job.
Related
- LG top loader washes but won’t spin — clutch diagnosis
- LG washing machine not draining — which part fixes it
- LG washing machine error codes explained
- All WTG6520 parts · WTG7520 parts · WTG8521 parts
- Part Finder Quiz — enter your model number for matched results
Ready to fix it?
- Locate the model sticker under the lid and confirm your full WTG or WTS model number.
- Note the fault or error code displayed on the machine.
- Select the matching part from the table above, or use the Part Finder if you’re unsure.
- Add to cart at ozappliancespares.com.au — orders placed before the daily cut-off ship same day from Sydney’s Northern Beaches.
Disclaimer: this article is general information only and is provided without warranty of any kind. Appliance designs vary between models and production runs — always follow the manufacturer’s instructions, switch off and unplug the appliance before starting any work, and confirm parts against the model number on your appliance’s model sticker. Any repair is undertaken at your own risk and Oz Appliance Spares accepts no liability for injury, loss or damage arising from work performed after reading this guide, to the maximum extent permitted by law. If in doubt, use a qualified technician.
