Allen L Satellite Beach , FL May 01, 2016 Appliance: Maytag Top Loading Washer LAT8714AAE Maytag Washer Lat8714aae: Washed stopped agitating in regular and permanent press. How to replace Timer (Washer). I diagnosed the problem by shorting around the timer to verify the motor was still working. When I found that it was, I ordered a new timer and a few minutes time to install it and voila we have a functioning washer for less then 20% of a new one. 2 People found this story helpful Do-It-Yourself Rating: Repair Time Estimate: Less than 15 minutes