No, you should never run a traditional top-load washing machine without its center agitator installed. Removing the agitator leaves behind an exposed, spinning drive shaft, an open center tub hole, and unprotected mounting bolts that will immediately snag, rip, and severely destroy any clothing placed directly into the drum during a wash cycle. Furthermore, operating the machine without the agitator disrupts the intended hydraulic water circulation and places abnormal mechanical stress on the transmission spline shaft. Always ensure the agitator is securely bolted down before starting a load. You can verify proper installation by confirming the cap is sealed tightly over the top mounting bolt.
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