Washer fills up, but will not run.

My Roper washer will fill up with water, but will not agitate, spin or anything. I was wondering if it is the timer that needs to be replaced?

More likely the lid switch. You can bypass it as a test.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAnQ6Ovvnuc

http://www.appliancepartspros.com/whirlpool-lid-switch-8318084-ap3180933.html

Eric