Thread Number: 9420
Maytag A407 Washer Problem... |
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Post# 175040 , Reply# 2   12/13/2006 at 01:08 (6,315 days old) by sudsmaster (SF Bay Area, California)   |   | |
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A very simple matter is to check that the machine is level and resting firmly on all four feet. A machine that rocks when still will definitely act unbalanced in a spin. It's a simple matter to remove two small screws from the bottom of the front panel, raise it about 30 degrees, and then unhook it from the top panel. With the front panel off (and the plug disconnected!!!) you can view all the innards of the machine - everything is servicible from the front. I'd look for displaced bearing pads between the tub support and the base of the machine. If you can see the little felt pads peeking out under the dome shaped lower support, then they need replacing (relatively cheap to buy and simple to install). Other things to look for might be loose springs (there are three) or loose supports (there are three). Additionally look at the track the motor rides on to see if it's properly seated and the motor glides ok. Be very careful if you decide to plug the machine in to observe the problem with the front off. The big heavy transmission swings around when spinning and it could cause very serious injury if you get too close to it. Not to mention the usual caveats about hot circuits and whirring parts. |
Post# 175067 , Reply# 3   12/13/2006 at 07:13 (6,315 days old) by mayken4now (Panama City, Florida)   |   | |
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