David January 15, 2018 for Model Number A25CS During the spin cycle, the washing machine makes a terrible loud high pitch squeaking sound. The abnormal sound continues throughout the entire spin cycle. What parts do you recommend I need to replace? Thank you
1 Answer Hello David, While this sounds like something in the drain pump, we actually need you to post a new question including the Verified model number from the units' I.D. tag. This will enable us to look at the specific model/design in your home for a proper diagnosis and recommend parts that can be guaranteed to fit. Thank you for your patience and understanding in this matter. Read More...
Todd January 07, 2018 for Model Number Maytag washer LA506 Just completed the tub bearing kit and mounting stem repair kit on my Maytag washer. I started the dry spin cycle to seat the bearing and after about 90 seconds I began to smell smoke. I assumed the bearings are seating but stopped the spin immediately. Is this normal? Should I continue the seating procedure? Please advise. Thanks!
1 Answer Hello TODD. You will need to check and see if the brake WP6-2011900 is bad and will need to be replaced on the unit. It may be locked up and not allowing the unit to spin out and burning the belts. Thank you. Read More...
Allan December 07, 2017 for Model Number LAT2500AAE I have installed Mounting Stem Repair kit (6-2095720) as well as the tub bearing kit (6-2040130). When I tried to run it for the 3 minute break in period, the inner tub was rubbing the outer tub and the motor seemed to be laboring. I loosened the tub nut and re centered the inner tub with the outer tub and again tightened the tub nut and then went through the 3 min break in period. I then had the wife put some clothes in and attempted to wash them. There was a leak under the outer tub where the seal comes through. We put it in a spin cycle to empty the water and the motor kicked out before the water was out. Do I have the inner tub nut too tight? How tight should it be? Also, where the ceramic seal contacts its counterpart......is that part supposed to be like a nylon washer inside the nut that is independent of the other rubber that is in the nut? I am seeing a thin washer about the same diameter as the ceramic and about 1/32 of an inch thick that is independent of the rubber it is seated in. Please advise. Thank you!
1 Answer Allan, With the unit leaking it sounds like it the tub seal may not have seated all the way. Here is a link to the parts page that will have a video on it that will show how to do this repair so you can make sure that everything is proper. http://www.appliancepartspros.com/whirlpool-tub-bearing-kit-6-2040130-ap4372971.html Read More...
Bob G. March 18, 2017 for Model Number A412 Need to remove inner tub to repair rust thru in two places. After removing agitator, can see nut badly corroded, doubtful your spanner TJ90TB123A will grip enough to remove it. Suggestions? Also what other parts recommended to replace. There are no leaks or noise in the stem area. Model is A412. No series or version number on name plate. Probably quite old, two piece metal outer tub with V-band clamp.
1 Answer Hello Bob, Since the spanner nut will be replaced with a new one in the kit 6-2095720, you should use a hammer and chisel on either side of the transmission shaft to break the old nut out. This metal is case so it will break easily. Read More...
Oneal March 08, 2017 for Model Number LAT9605AAE What Tub bearing kit # do l need for this model also what mounting stem repair kit # do l need?
Odessa December 07, 2016 for Model Number A712 Hi, I installed new bearing kit and seal kit and machine still leaking. Please advice. Thank you.
1 Answer Odessa, You will want to replace the mounting stem repair kit 6-2095720. When replacing the tub bearing and seal kit you want to do the mounting stem repair kit at the same time. Read More...
Vicki C November 16, 2016 for Model Number May tag LA7300 After removing the torque 20 screw and applying the spanner wrench, I find I'm turning the whole shaft and transmission. Since I had to cut off the first spanner nut, I'm assuming this assembly is fused to the shaft. It's soaking in Liquid Wrench, but that didn't work earlier, so any suggestions on how to hold the shaft steady so I can break the bearing set free?
1 Answer Vicki, If the spanner nut is seized then you would most likely have to cut it off. Unfortunately there is no way to hold the shaft steady unless you can find a way to wedge it under the unit. Read More...
Jim Grant November 14, 2016 for Model Number A25CS Belt keeps burning, we replaced and lubed the motor springs and slides.
1 Answer Jim, You will want to check the pump on the unit to ensure that it is not seizing up which would cause the belt to burn. This would be the most likely cause and if this checks ok then the issue could be a bearing that is seized. Read More...
Billy September 05, 2016 for Model Number LAT8606AAE Hello, I installed a mounting stem and tub seal repair kit following the video that Matt has on your site. I did so because I had water leaking out from the tub seal. My washer doesn't leak anymore but I suspect I ruined my bearing from over tightening the mounting stem. (video says "you will not be able to tell by the video, but you want to pound on this pretty good (spanner wrench on mounting stem) and get it as tight as you can" after I did that the basket would not spin, I took everything apart again, loosened it some and now it spins but has the very loud jet engine sound during spin. Am I correct in my assumption? If so, you may want to edit the video.
1 Answer Hello Billy. It sounds like the bearing was bad and when you installed the new kit, it showed the signs of failure. This is the reason the manufacturer always recommends replacing the bearing with the mounting stem kit. Read More...
Lee June 17, 2016 for Model Number LAT9700AWW I installed new bearing kit and seal kit also replaced belts. When I started the washer it as a noise like it is to tight. Could I have tightened the nut to tight? Thanks Lee
1 Answer Lee, It does sound like you may have over tightened the nuts on the seal kit and also check the lug on the bottom of the transmission shaft as it may need to be adjusted. Make sure that the belt for the pump is not too tight. Read More...