John for Model Number Maytag Model MVWC6ESWW0 After washing two consecutives loads, the third load stops on the spin cycle. There is a strong smell as if something is burning. After the washer sits for approx 30 minutes, you can start the machine where it had stopped and it will start to spin and drain the water from the tub. Anyone have any suggestions as what the problem might be?
Answer John, It sounds more like a voltage supply problem, than a washing machine issue. Low voltage or fluctuating voltage, would cause the motor to overheat, and eventually cause the motor overload to open and eliminate power through the motor, until the overload cools down and "closes" the circuit. You do want to check and make sure there's nothing small, stuck between the tubs, or in the pump, causing excessive drag on the motor, then conduct a voltage test at the outlet, while the washer is running. The voltage needs to remain above 105 VAC, when the motor surges(starts) the closer to 120 VAC, the better. Read More... Answered by AppliancePartsPros.com | Monday, August 6, 2012