Larry May 15, 2012 for Model Number LAT8006AAE Hi, I like this forum. My washer machine is burning the drive belt (first noticed in spin cycle, but could be in agitation as well). Both pulleys on motor turn freely without a belt and when the pump alone is turning. Without belt, Pump Pulley is turning freely. Without Belt, Drive pulley spins freely and easily in the ccw direction (looking up point of view) = all day long. However, Drive pulley spins freely, then engages in the cw direction(looking up point of view) after 4-6 full continuous rotations (it appears that the pulley is actually raising up closer to the transmission). When it engages, it takes a lot of force to rotate the tub. When I let go of the pulley, it is like it is spring loaded and it spins cw for about 1-2 rotations. I believe that this "hard spot" is what is causing the belt to slip and burn. I removed the agitator from inside of tub - there is nothing holding it up. How do I determine if this is bearing or transmission or other? What do you recommend replacing?
1 Answer Hello Larry. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the tub bearing 6-2040130 and the mounting stem kit 6-2095720 will need to be replaced on the unit. Read More...
John Colios May 14, 2012 for Model Number A9400 Hello, I have a 20yr old+ washer, Whirlpool serial #403883, 220volt machine, I have it in Greece so it's not in front of me, do these #'s make sense, I think I wrote them done correctly when I was there, it runs fine, should I replace the belts anyway? It gets used for only 1 month a yr, anything else I should think about replacing? Could you tell me what I need to order? Thank you much John
1 Answer John, Yes, you probably would want to have a set of belts 12112425 and rollers 205000 handy. You also may want to consider a water inlet/fill valve 205613, these are the most likely components to have on hand. But, We need to know if the washer is a 120 volt 60 hz washer that has had a "step up" 220volt 50 hz. transformer, or is the washer a 220 Volt 50 hz export machine, If it is an export model, the parts will be different. Thanks Read More...
Thomas F April 30, 2012 for Model Number LSG7806AAE Thank you for the previous advice. So it seems I am going to need AP4372971bearing Kit AP253016 seal kit as well as the recomended spanner wrench. While I am at it should I put in a new belt??? At 7 years + and I will have the machine open? Also, I am a very handy guy, can I do this on my own and is there a resource for detailed instructions on how to replace these parts? Your help would be greatly appreciated. Thomas
1 Answer Thomas, Yes, as long as you're there, and doing a repair, I would replace the belts 12112425, If you do this right you'll get quite a few more years of uninterupted service. Belt replacement is a basic and simple replacement, raise the front of the washer a few inches and block it up, Carefully roll the pump belt across the front of the washer off the pulleys then the drive belt at an angle from left front corner to the crnter. and reverse the procedure to install the belts and adjust if necessary. We're sending you some information for the bearing repair. Good Luck and Thanks Read More...
Thomas April 30, 2012 for Model Number LSG7806AAE Happy Monday, Over weekend probably overloaded washer a bit w/ quilt and my wife said "it like a high pitched screech for a couple of seconds and by the time I got there, there was smoke coming out of bottom of washer and a burnig rubber smell" (i am the one guilty of overloading). I was able to run loads through last night and it seema alright except for spin cycles. It sounds funny and a slight burned rubber smell comes out of machine. Any Thoughts, Thanks for the haelp:) Thomas Fix
1 Answer Hello Thomas. If the noise is a roaring sounds during spin cycle, you will need to replace the bearing kit 6-2040130 and the seal kit 6-2095720. This is usually what is bad when the belt is burning during spin cycle. Read More...
Mark H March 12, 2012 for Model Number LAT8426AAE While the agitator on my Maytag moves there does not seem to be significant action. For example when washing a pair of queen size sheets the powder detergent does not dissolve. Moreover, it appears not to be spinning out the water from clothes as it used to. I checked the belts and the drive belt appeared loose and was able to "pluck-off" the pump belt. Neither appeared worn just loose. The machine was purchased in May of 1997. So it might be time to replace the belts, but how do I know that this is a belt problem? Could the transmission be failing causing the above noted problems? And if so how do I test for a faulty transmission?
1 Answer Hello Mark. You will need to check and see if the belts on the unit are burnt or cracked. If so, you will need to replace the belts 12112425. Hope this helps. Read More...
Tom February 26, 2012 for Model Number LAT7314AAE How can I get a repair manual for this model washer? I am replacing the belts.
1 Answer Hello Tom. The belts are easy to replace on this model. Just lean the washer back and roll the old belts off the pulleys and then roll the new belts 12112425 onto the pulleys. You will need to use the old one to find the correct location for the different sized belts. Hope this helps. Read More...
Misti February 15, 2012 for Model Number lat9356aae What are the sizes on the belt 211124 & belt 211125?
1 Answer Hello Misti! The pump belt 12112425 (211124) is 40 1/2" and the drive belt 12112425 (211125) is 41 1/2". Thanks! Read More...
Pete January 26, 2012 for Model Number Maytag LA710 Top Load Washer My machine is almost 30 years old, will the AP4011179 belts fit?
1 Answer Hello Pete! Yes, the pump and drive belt kit part number 12112425 will fit on your LA710 model. Thanks! Read More...
Kevin K. January 19, 2012 for Model Number lat9306aae The washer agitator quit turning, washer will spin out, have replaced the drive belt and adjusted the pump belt. I can see the drive belt try to turn the agitator, it turns and locks up. I turn the drive pulley by hand, it seems to be freer at 3/4 of a turn of the pulley, then it seems tighter for 1/4 of a turn then frees up again. What could be the problem?
1 Answer Hello Kevin. Check and make sure there is nothing stuck under the agitator and it is binding the agitator. If not and everything else is working properly, then the transmission 6-2097750 may be bad in the unit and will need to be replaced. Hope this helps. Read More...
Stephen G. January 08, 2012 for Model Number Maytag LAT4916AAM Back again after you helped me with my 15 year old washer that stalled once it was filled. I replaced the lid switch and all was well for several weeks. Recently, on two occasions, the washer fills, stops in cycle and buzzes without doing anything more. After shutting it off, I move the drive belt and motor and when I start it again, all is well. We have never replaced the belts. Is it time for that or is this something else please?
1 Answer Hello Stephen. Based on the information you provided, it sounds like the motor 12002353 is bad and will need to be replaced. Hope this helps. Read More...