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Finally found a Maytag Wringer Washer!
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Post# 310064   10/18/2008 at 16:02 (5,640 days old) by retrochad ()        

I found this machine which looks like a model E2 or E2L at an auction in Big Spring, Tx. last weekend for $25.00. It looks like it may be from the late 60's or 70's. I replaced the power cord and re-adjusted the belt tension and it seems to work really well. I'm going to work on re-painting it now as it has some surface rust and oxidation.

Just a few questions...Can anyone suggest how to put grease in the gearbox? It sounds a little rough when it's running.
Also what does the "push-to-release" lever do on the wringer? It seems to wring OK but the turquoise colored bar does not seem to really move or do anything.

In the link is a video I made of the first time testing the machine. (Not sure if it is possible to embed the video in the post itself)


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Post# 310070 , Reply# 1   10/18/2008 at 17:12 (5,640 days old) by polkanut (Wausau, WI )        

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The Push-To-Release bar is to release the mechanism that holds th the top roller against the bottom one. This needs to be done in order to release pressure on the 2 rollers, if this isn't done, they will both develop a flat spot and not wring correctly. The bar on top is to tighten them together. Any Maytag experts feel free to correct what I've written.

Post# 310091 , Reply# 2   10/18/2008 at 20:12 (5,640 days old) by maytaga407 (Heber Utah)        

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Tim, you are correct. You Have to turn the bar on the top (with a little force) to tighten the pressure on the rollers, and push the release bar to release the pressure.

Post# 310849 , Reply# 3   10/22/2008 at 03:41 (5,637 days old) by whitekingd ()        
Adding oil

I believe there is a bolt/screw that will allow you to add oil to the transmission, but I don't remember where it is exactly. I do remember hearing that it is common for the Maytag E2L's to leak some oil, especially around the wringer post area. Not a bunch, but a few drips on the floor is "normal" from what I was told. Anyone feel free to correct me. My E2LP leaked a little, but worked GREAT! And it was WELL used when I aquired it! My first machine when I moved into my first apartment, a studio, which is one reason I wanted a wringer machine!


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