Thread Number: 76226
/ Tag: Vintage Automatic Washers
Help! Maytag washer dumping grease on my clothes from agitator shaft seal |
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Post# 1000581 , Reply# 1   7/17/2018 at 19:36 (2,081 days old) by norgeway (mocksville n c )   |   | |
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Touched it, because EVERY Maytag I ever fooled with slung grease, either out the bottom, all over the floor, or on the clothes. |
Post# 1000595 , Reply# 2   7/17/2018 at 21:50 (2,081 days old) by combo52 (50 Year Repair Tech Beltsville,Md)   |   | |
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The spring loaded seal is important and should have at least some grease in it.
How does the agitator shaft look in the seal area ?, it should be smooth and not rusted. Also check if the agitator shaft moves up and down or does it have any side to side play ?, any of these conditions requires a new transmission.
If these things look good put the replacement seal in with less grease and use a light colored grease, Also do not soak clothing in this washer for more than 30 minuets max.
John L. |