ROTATIONAL CAM MODE SHIFTER FOR A WASHING MACHINE APPLIANCE

摘要

A clutch positioning assembly for a washing machine appliance is provided. The assembly uses a cam that can be rotated so as to position the clutch between different positions that provide for engaging or disengaging a motor from a wash basket. By engaging or disengaging the motor and wash basket, the rotation of a wash basket during various cycles of the appliance can be controlled as desired. For example, during a spin cycle the wash basket can be rotated whereas during a wash cycle the wash basket can be locked into position.